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AJ53 UDM

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,264 mi
Last recorded79,264 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 UDM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2016 79,264 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 77,964 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 75,866 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 72,050 miles

front tyres

nearside front roll bar link slight play

Pass 9 Jan 2012 65,868 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 61,289 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 61,289 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 53,149 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 40,994 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 40,985 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 33,727 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 20,554 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 UDM is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UDM, 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 UDM registered?

AJ53 UDM is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is AJ53 UDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ53 UDM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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