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DH03 AEY

2003 Opel Astra

Silver Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

124,416 mi
Last recorded124,416 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Opel Astra70,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDH03 AEY
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Mar 2015 124,416 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 124,416 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 119,744 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 115,514 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 115,498 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 110,182 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 105,373 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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DH03 AEY is a 2003 Opel Astra in Silver with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DH03 AEY, 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

How do I check the history of DH03 AEY?

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What year was DH03 AEY registered?

DH03 AEY is a 2003 Opel Astra, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is DH03 AEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DH03 AEY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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