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EA03 KXB

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,081 mi
Last recorded166,081 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA03 KXB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 22 Feb 2018 166,081 miles

OSF & NSF brake discs are scored

OSF & NSF wheel bearings have slight play in them

engine covers & under trays are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Pass 1 Mar 2017 157,944 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 149,884 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

Pass 5 Apr 2014 137,216 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 May 2013 123,258 miles

Nearside Front Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front head light aim is slightly low

Pass 17 May 2012 112,723 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 100,676 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 85,480 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 72,588 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 58,870 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 43,546 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2006 29,321 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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EA03 KXB is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EA03 KXB, 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 EA03 KXB registered?

EA03 KXB is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 14 April 2003.

Is EA03 KXB safe to buy?

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