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DY03 RTX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2013
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

65,733 mi
Last recorded65,733 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 RTX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2012 65,733 miles

small chips in front window screen

Fail 21 Aug 2012 65,733 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

near side and off side front wipers are smearing screen

small chips in front window screen

Pass 1 Sep 2011 55,331 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 55,331 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 48,688 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 48,680 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 48,680 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 46,291 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 46,291 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 11 Feb 2008 44,029 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 44,029 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 41,425 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)

Fail 2 Feb 2007 41,425 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2006 38,603 miles

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

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 RTX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 RTX, 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

How do I check the history of DY03 RTX?

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What year was DY03 RTX registered?

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

Is DY03 RTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 RTX shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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