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CN53 WCV

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

159,402 mi
Last recorded159,402 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN53 WCV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2017 159,402 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2017 159,402 miles

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

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 147,657 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 142,235 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 137,400 miles

child seats fitted

nearside tyre low on tread

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2013 130,683 miles

both rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode

child seats fitted

slight movement in front strut mounts

Pass 6 Aug 2012 124,394 miles

both front strut mounts have slight movement

Pass 1 Sep 2011 118,509 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 111,100 miles

nearside tyre wearing on edge

slight engine oil leak

slight movement offside strut mount

Pass 18 Aug 2009 105,024 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 99,825 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 99,825 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2007 88,163 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 77,540 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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CN53 WCV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CN53 WCV, 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 CN53 WCV registered?

CN53 WCV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is CN53 WCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN53 WCV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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