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CP53 BYK

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,061 mi
Last recorded94,061 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2009
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 BYK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2009 94,061 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 87,019 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2007 80,000 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2007 80,000 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 66,866 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 65,851 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 65,851 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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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CP53 BYK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CP53 BYK, 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 CP53 BYK registered?

CP53 BYK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is CP53 BYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP53 BYK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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