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CP53 FTK

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

83,797 mi
Last recorded83,797 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 FTK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2013 83,797 miles

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

both front brake pipes under chassis corroded - recommend replacements

rear exhaust silencer rear mounting bracket broken

surface corrosion on rear brake pipes

Pass 12 Dec 2012 76,323 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 71,186 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 66,715 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 66,715 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake discs very thin

Pass 1 Dec 2009 62,052 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2008 55,380 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2008 55,379 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2007 47,672 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 47,672 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 42,347 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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CP53 FTK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 CP53 FTK, 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 FTK registered?

CP53 FTK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is CP53 FTK safe to buy?

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