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CE53 BZD

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

65,913 mi
Last recorded65,913 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 BZD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 65,913 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 65,808 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 56,920 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 47,006 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 37,609 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

bonnet lever severly deteriated making in-operable to open bonnet, to inspect suspension systems, braking systems, bodywork, and to adjust headlamp aim.

exhasust rear bracket corroded.

front brake discs slightly worn/scored/pitted.

o/s/f tyre has slight cracking on inner sidewall, o/s/r tyre has severe cracking on outer shoulder.

Pass 3 Jun 2013 33,665 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear exhaust bracket slightly corroded.

Pass 7 Jun 2012 31,561 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

o/s/r tyre has slight cracking outer shoulder. o/s/f tyre has very slight cracking on inner sidewall. n/s/r tyre has severe cracking on outer shoulder, and slight cracking on outer sidewall.

Pass 26 May 2011 27,959 miles

Centre Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

front brake discs slightly scored, and pitted.

rear tyres have cracking on outer shoulders,n/s/r tyre has very slight cracking on outer sidewall.

Pass 5 Jun 2010 26,935 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 26,935 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 10 Jun 2009 25,325 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

n/s/r tyre outer side wall worn

Pass 10 Jun 2009 25,325 miles

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

n/s/r tyre outer side wall worn

Pass 7 Aug 2008 21,930 miles

Oil leak

Fail 7 Aug 2008 21,930 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Aug 2007 18,151 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 13,103 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 13,103 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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CE53 BZD is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 CE53 BZD, 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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CE53 BZD is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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