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AF53 SXD

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

137,008 mi
Last recorded137,008 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 SXD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 137,008 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2024 128,955 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 117,712 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 105,297 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 93,088 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 86,986 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 76,804 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 72,476 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 67,942 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 63,939 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 57,284 miles

Exhaust corroded

Fail 12 Mar 2015 57,284 miles

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

Exhaust corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2014 52,645 miles

Exhaust rear silencer outer skin insecure

Pass 5 Feb 2013 47,392 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 41,446 miles

front tyres close to 2mm tread rear tyres rippling on inner edges

Pass 8 Oct 2010 30,549 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 24,663 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 21,522 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 19,205 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 16,572 miles

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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AF53 SXD is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 AF53 SXD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF53 SXD?

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What year was AF53 SXD registered?

AF53 SXD is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is AF53 SXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 SXD shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF53 SXD have outstanding finance?

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