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AJ53 OFO

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,066 mi
Last recorded87,066 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 OFO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 87,066 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 6 May 2017 87,029 miles

Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 May 2016 84,249 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

oil leak

Fail 6 May 2016 84,218 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

Pass 8 May 2015 81,586 miles

Oil leak

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2014 78,187 miles

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 17 Apr 2013 74,544 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2012 71,438 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 13 Apr 2012 71,414 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2011 6,594 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 17 Jan 2011 65,896 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2010 59,453 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 59,451 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 56,013 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 45,243 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 41,075 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2006 39,080 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 39,080 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 OFO is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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

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 OFO, 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 OFO registered?

AJ53 OFO is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is AJ53 OFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ53 OFO shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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