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AC03 AUF

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

106,007 mi
Last recorded106,007 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 AUF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2015 106,007 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 95,692 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 88,618 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2013 88,618 miles

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

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2012 80,333 miles

Exhaust corroded

Nearside front and offside rear tyres beginning to perish

Pass 14 Mar 2011 76,788 miles

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

both front discs corroded

Fail 14 Mar 2011 76,788 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

both front discs corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2010 71,011 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 63,237 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 56,483 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 49,923 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 40,315 miles

off side and near side rear tyres both show signs of wear on inner edges and tread depth worn to 3mm

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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AC03 AUF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AC03 AUF, 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 AC03 AUF registered?

AC03 AUF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is AC03 AUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC03 AUF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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