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AX53 OLW

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,182 mi
Last recorded122,182 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 OLW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2016 122,182 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 115,236 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 107,653 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 107,653 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2013 99,866 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 92,246 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 82,847 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 73,354 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 73,354 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 61,465 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2008 47,819 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 32,616 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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AX53 OLW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AX53 OLW, 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 AX53 OLW registered?

AX53 OLW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AX53 OLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 OLW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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