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AJ52 GHU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

54,014 mi
Last recorded54,014 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ52 GHU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2025 54,014 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES , cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2024 52,827 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES , cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 51,693 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low, cracking and VERY worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low, cracking and VERY worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Slight oil leak

Fail 12 Jan 2023 51,663 miles

Brake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low, cracking and VERY worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low, cracking and VERY worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Slight oil leak

Pass 18 Jan 2022 43,021 miles

Slight oil leak

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 39,815 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 39,815 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 37,005 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Jan 2020 36,987 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 32,936 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 32,371 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 32,371 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 31,590 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 13 Jan 2015 30,827 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 30,827 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 29,994 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 29,986 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 29,136 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 27,899 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 25,396 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 22,804 miles

exhaust rear silencer in poor condition but still serviceable

Pass 29 Jan 2009 20,335 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 17,741 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 14,990 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 12,013 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 11,410 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2005 11,410 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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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AJ52 GHU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 AJ52 GHU, 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

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What year was AJ52 GHU registered?

AJ52 GHU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 23 January 2003.

Is AJ52 GHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ52 GHU shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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