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EA03 XAX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,242 mi
Last recorded91,242 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2017 91,242 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 89,389 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2016 89,389 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 81,664 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 78,519 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 75,469 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 75,469 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 69,074 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres are wearing on their inner edges

rear exhaust box is corroded [ outer skin]

Pass 19 Jan 2011 62,206 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 55,522 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 46,176 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 46,176 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 36,101 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 24,863 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 12,132 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 XAX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XAX, 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 EA03 XAX registered?

EA03 XAX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is EA03 XAX safe to buy?

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