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CP53 FHZ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

120,033 mi
Last recorded120,033 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 FHZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2016 120,033 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

centre rear seat belt has been removed

engine management warning lamp is on

front windscreen wiper blades are worn

Pass 29 Sep 2015 113,664 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 106,049 miles

advise eml on

advise slight surface corrosion to underbody

Pass 11 Oct 2013 97,062 miles

advise eml light on

advise engine misfire

Fail 8 Oct 2013 97,062 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

advise eml light on

advise engine misfire

Pass 23 Oct 2012 87,697 miles

engine management light on

rear silencer in poor condition

Fail 23 Oct 2012 87,697 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

engine management light on

rear silencer in poor condition

Pass 13 Oct 2011 77,288 miles

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

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

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

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

centre rear seatbelt missing

engine management light on

Pass 22 Oct 2010 67,468 miles

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

engine management light on

plastic oversills fitted

Fail 22 Oct 2010 67,468 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

engine management light on

plastic oversills fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2009 57,482 miles

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

e/m/l on

Fail 21 Oct 2009 57,482 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

e/m/l on

Pass 2 Oct 2008 47,338 miles

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

e.m.l. on

plastic oversills fitted

Fail 2 Oct 2008 47,338 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

e.m.l. on

plastic oversills fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2007 37,649 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2007 37,649 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s front tyre worn outside edge

plastic oversills fitted

Pass 24 Oct 2006 28,513 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 28,512 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

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 FHZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FHZ, 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 CP53 FHZ registered?

CP53 FHZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is CP53 FHZ safe to buy?

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