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AD03 DEW

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

88,291 mi
Last recorded88,291 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 DEW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 88,291 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox to centre section joint (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section to front section joint (7.1.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Jan 2016 88,291 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox to centre section joint (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section to front section joint (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 80,592 miles

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 73,479 miles

Oil leak

Fail 6 Jul 2013 73,473 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2012 67,487 miles

aftermarket hid lights fitted

Fail 28 May 2012 67,487 miles

registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

aftermarket hid lights fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2008 41,905 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 36,353 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 30,255 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2006 30,250 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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AD03 DEW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AD03 DEW, 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 AD03 DEW registered?

AD03 DEW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is AD03 DEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 DEW shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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