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CV53 FLB

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

74,542 mi
Last recorded74,542 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 FLB
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2016 74,542 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s o/s slight surfice corrosion (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 73,611 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2015 73,611 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 68,364 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 64,842 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 61,733 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 58,905 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 55,599 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 51,769 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 39,512 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 30,744 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 16,645 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 16,275 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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CV53 FLB is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 CV53 FLB, 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 CV53 FLB registered?

CV53 FLB is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is CV53 FLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV53 FLB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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