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CE53 TYA

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

86,102 mi
Last recorded86,102 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 86,102 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbing off inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material central (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

exhaust flexi slightly deteriorated

x2 front headlight lenses slightly deteriorated

Pass 5 May 2018 81,113 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2017 76,534 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 74,615 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 71,731 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2015 71,731 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 67,565 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 67,565 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 62,336 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 54,943 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 54,943 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 48,862 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 48,862 miles

Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 42,679 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 35,332 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 28,576 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 23,281 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 16,690 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 TYA is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 TYA, 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 CE53 TYA registered?

CE53 TYA is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is CE53 TYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE53 TYA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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