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AX53 OUF

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

134,816 mi
Last recorded134,816 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 OUF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2017 134,816 miles

REAR EXHAUST CORRODED

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Feb 2017 134,812 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

REAR EXHAUST CORRODED

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 124,156 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 115,789 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 108,486 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 108,485 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 99,879 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 91,624 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 81,414 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 70,078 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 58,958 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2007 48,136 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 37,414 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 37,414 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 OUF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 OUF, 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 AX53 OUF registered?

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

Is AX53 OUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 OUF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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