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AK53 KKV

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,025 mi
Last recorded83,025 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 KKV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 83,025 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 80,876 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 78,044 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 75,604 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 72,957 miles

rear exhaust outer skin rusty

Pass 16 Sep 2020 70,782 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 68,830 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 65,300 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Mudguard insecure ()

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 61,413 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 61,380 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 56,949 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot top mount has slight play (2.7.4)

Rear brake pipes corroed

Fail 28 Sep 2016 56,949 miles

Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear perishing

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot top mount has slight play (2.7.4)

Rear brake pipes corroed

Pass 30 Sep 2015 51,742 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 46,244 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

rear exhaust box carodid

Fail 30 Sep 2014 46,244 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

rear exhaust box carodid

Pass 26 Sep 2013 41,595 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 37,576 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 37,574 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 34,572 miles

rear suspension very stiff

Pass 22 Sep 2010 31,806 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 29,904 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 24,999 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

small amount of grease to o/s/f outer drive shaft boot but not split

Pass 24 Sep 2007 20,366 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 15,254 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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AK53 KKV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 AK53 KKV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK53 KKV registered?

AK53 KKV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is AK53 KKV safe to buy?

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