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AJ53 ZFL

2004 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

106,871 mi
Last recorded106,871 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 2004 Vauxhall Astra73,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 ZFL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 106,871 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 102,896 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2014 97,473 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 97,473 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Front wipers park incorrectly

Pass 11 Jan 2013 89,680 miles

advise exhaust poor

advise ns headlight dim

advise os headlight slight insecure

aqdvise brake pipes corroding

Pass 11 Jan 2012 81,945 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 57,109 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 41,609 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 6 Jan 2010 41,344 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 30,547 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 18,566 miles

n/s/f tyre outer edge worn off slightly

Pass 8 Feb 2007 10,135 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 9,570 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 9,570 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 ZFL is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2004 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 73,048 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 ZFL, 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 22 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ53 ZFL registered?

AJ53 ZFL is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 2 January 2004.

Is AJ53 ZFL safe to buy?

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