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AV53 GZL

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2015
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

106,485 mi
Last recorded106,485 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 GZL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2014 106,485 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 90,849 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 90,849 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 71,264 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 68,545 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 68,545 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 64,356 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 59,979 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 56,986 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)

Fail 25 Jan 2010 56,986 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 3 Feb 2009 51,654 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 51,654 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 44,746 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 37,225 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 33,576 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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AV53 GZL is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AV53 GZL, 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 AV53 GZL registered?

AV53 GZL is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is AV53 GZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 GZL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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