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DY03 KAE

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

109,094 mi
Last recorded109,094 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 KAE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2019 109,094 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x3 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 97,707 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Sep 2018 97,707 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 80,894 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 80,415 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 79,944 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 79,520 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 78,173 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 77,675 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 77,255 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 76,439 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 8 Oct 2009 76,017 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Jun 2008 74,043 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 74,043 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 64,546 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 53,711 miles

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 KAE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY03 KAE registered?

DY03 KAE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is DY03 KAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 KAE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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