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RK03 HVG

2003 Opel Astra

Black Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

28,718 mi
Last recorded28,718 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Opel Astra70,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK03 HVG
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2022 28,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 24,914 miles

rear exhaust system corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2020 24,268 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

rear silencer outer skin corroded/deteriorating but not leaking at time of test

Fail 10 Nov 2020 24,222 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

rear silencer outer skin corroded/deteriorating but not leaking at time of test

Pass 11 May 2019 22,016 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust corroded rear box

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both side front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak

Tyre slightly damaged Both side front outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2018 17,817 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 27 May 2017 13,931 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 9,892 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 7,975 miles
Pass 11 May 2014 6,820 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 4,452 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 4,304 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 4,040 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 3,816 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 3,590 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 2,967 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 2,446 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 1,797 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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RK03 HVG is a 2003 Opel Astra in Black with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 RK03 HVG, 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 RK03 HVG registered?

RK03 HVG is a 2003 Opel Astra, first registered on 7 May 2003.

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The MOT history for RK03 HVG shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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