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CE53 EZP

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

102,545 mi
Last recorded102,545 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2014 102,545 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 98,732 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 22 Nov 2012 98,732 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 88,970 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 14 Sep 2011 88,970 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 81,695 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 74,884 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2009 74,864 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 7 Aug 2008 62,983 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 62,983 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Fail 18 Aug 2007 43,240 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 43,240 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Aug 2006 24,382 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 EZP is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EZP, 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 CE53 EZP registered?

CE53 EZP is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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