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CE53 TXU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,418 mi
Last recorded37,418 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 TXU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2017 37,418 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 37,418 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 35,119 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 34,524 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 33,971 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 33,971 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2013 29,267 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

engine man light is on

n/s front top suspension mount is worn

n/s front tyre is worn to legal limit

rear exhaust is very rusty

Fail 24 May 2013 29,267 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine man light is on

n/s front top suspension mount is worn

n/s front tyre is worn to legal limit

rear exhaust is very rusty

Pass 18 May 2012 23,871 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 16,942 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 10,226 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2009 6,649 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 5,894 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2007 4,500 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 3,261 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 TXU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TXU, 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

How do I check the history of CE53 TXU?

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What year was CE53 TXU registered?

CE53 TXU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is CE53 TXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE53 TXU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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