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AJ53 SWZ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

141,364 mi
Last recorded141,364 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 SWZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2014 141,364 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 137,175 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 132,022 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 132,022 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2011 126,049 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 116,994 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 116,994 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 105,154 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 88,347 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 76,536 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 57,917 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 SWZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SWZ, 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 SWZ registered?

AJ53 SWZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 18 November 2003.

Is AJ53 SWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ53 SWZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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