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LN03 HFL

2003 Opel Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,114 mi
Last recorded125,114 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Opel Astra70,011 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN03 HFL
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2016 125,114 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear nail in tyres

Fail 19 Apr 2016 125,114 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear nail in tyres

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 119,490 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 119,490 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 112,724 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 105,638 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 105,636 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 99,743 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 85,216 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 74,696 miles

Body damage to front panel

Pass 13 Mar 2009 68,832 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 68,831 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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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LN03 HFL is a 2003 Opel Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 LN03 HFL, 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.

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What year was LN03 HFL registered?

LN03 HFL is a 2003 Opel Astra, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is LN03 HFL safe to buy?

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