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AV52 FXC

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

250,043 mi
Last recorded250,043 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV52 FXC
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2018 250,043 miles

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 243,480 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 232,806 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 27 Jan 2016 232,800 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 222,303 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 209,393 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 195,655 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 185,438 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 174,264 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 174,264 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 162,735 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 151,671 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 139,852 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 127,211 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 105,491 miles

front & rear number plates starting to de-laminate

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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AV52 FXC is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 AV52 FXC, 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 AV52 FXC registered?

AV52 FXC is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 22 January 2003.

Is AV52 FXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV52 FXC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AV52 FXC have outstanding finance?

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