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RX03 RNU

2003 Opel Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

75,360 mi
Last recorded75,360 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Opel Astra70,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX03 RNU
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 75,360 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 73,191 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 65,363 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2016 65,363 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2015 61,684 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 57,770 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 57,770 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 53,953 miles

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

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

Offside rear tyre slightly lumpy

Pass 26 Mar 2012 49,476 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 42,854 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 21 Mar 2011 42,854 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 22 Mar 2010 36,627 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 31,246 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 26,536 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 22,698 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 17,828 miles

How Reliable is the Opel Astra?

Based on 26,435 MOT tests across 2,496 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,852
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,737
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,212
position lamp(s) not working 748
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 621
Stop lamp not working 589
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RX03 RNU is a 2003 Opel Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 70,011 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Opel Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,737 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX03 RNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Opel Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX03 RNU registered?

RX03 RNU is a 2003 Opel Astra, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is RX03 RNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX03 RNU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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