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AV53 MFO

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

126,829 mi
Last recorded126,829 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 MFO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 126,829 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 109,008 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 89,956 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 78,616 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

general corrosion to exhaust and brake pipes

Pass 5 Jun 2013 74,529 miles

Brake pipes corroded

Coil springs corroded

O/s/r tyre wearing

Slight play in both outer track rod ends

Wipers poor

Fail 5 Jun 2013 74,529 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Brake pipes corroded

Coil springs corroded

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

O/s/r tyre wearing

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Slight play in both outer track rod ends

Wipers poor

n/s/f tyre on legal limit

Pass 13 Mar 2012 68,670 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 68,608 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 65,535 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 58,910 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 52,399 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2007 44,914 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 37,000 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 MFO is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MFO, 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 MFO registered?

AV53 MFO is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 20 October 2003.

Is AV53 MFO safe to buy?

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