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AJ53 GFV

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

292,791 mi
Last recorded292,791 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 GFV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 292,791 miles

corrosion to rear sills/inner sills

Pass 19 Dec 2015 286,727 miles

n/s headlamp marginally low adjusters not working

Pass 10 Feb 2015 277,754 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 258,370 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 258,370 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2012
Fail 17 Dec 2012

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 214,416 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 190,430 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 169,480 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 146,324 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all rear and front to rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2007 115,881 miles

plastic sill covers fitted and plastic engine undertray

Pass 1 Nov 2006 85,666 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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AJ53 GFV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AJ53 GFV, 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.

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What year was AJ53 GFV registered?

AJ53 GFV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 4 November 2003.

Is AJ53 GFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ53 GFV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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