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DY03 FML

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,211 mi
Last recorded118,211 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 FML
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2016 118,211 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 113,431 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 113,431 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

LOW ENGINE OIL

Starting fault

Pass 25 Mar 2014 111,040 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Fail 20 Mar 2014 110,943 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2013 100,243 miles

all brake pipes showing slight corrosion

Fail 26 Mar 2013 100,144 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all brake pipes showing slight corrosion

Pass 26 Mar 2012 91,937 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 91,937 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 31 Mar 2011 79,125 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 79,125 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 61,121 miles

windscreen cracked outside swept area

Pass 3 May 2008 59,922 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 51,835 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 May 2006 37,075 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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DY03 FML is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 74,512 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DY03 FML, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DY03 FML registered?

DY03 FML is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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