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CE53 UBK

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

104,140 mi
Last recorded104,140 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 104,140 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 95,739 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 86,587 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 80,035 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 80,035 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 79,039 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2011 79,039 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 66,281 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 58,327 miles

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

engine oil leaks

Pass 13 Oct 2008 52,653 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 39,409 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 26,280 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 26,275 miles

REAR BOX OUTER SKIN CORRODED.

STEPPED TREAD ON BOTH REAR TYRES.

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 UBK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 CE53 UBK, 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 UBK registered?

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

Is CE53 UBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE53 UBK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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