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FN03 VBA

2003 Vauxhall Astravan

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

137,449 mi
Last recorded137,449 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astravan108,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN03 VBA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2013 137,449 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 92,910 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

engine management light on

front wipers do not park correctly

Pass 20 Jun 2011 75,344 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Engine light on

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen scratched and damaged below swept area

Pass 14 Jun 2010 57,367 miles

engine management light on

front brake discs corroded

wipers do not park correctly

Fail 14 Jun 2010 57,367 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

engine management light on

front brake discs corroded

wipers do not park correctly

Pass 9 Jun 2009 38,833 miles

Engine light on

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

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

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

Van running on petrol at time of test

Windscreen wipers don't always park correctly but can be moved to the right place.

Pass 5 Jun 2008 29,613 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 29,613 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 24,046 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 18,898 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astravan?

Based on 679,643 MOT tests across 58,240 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
7,780
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
58,240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 35,295
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,913
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19,092
position lamp(s) not working 17,431
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,678
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FN03 VBA is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Astravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 108,331 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astravan fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 35,295 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FN03 VBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astravan typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Vauxhall Astravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FN03 VBA is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 17 June 2003.

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