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CV53 OWJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,308 mi
Last recorded107,308 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 OWJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 107,308 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 100,357 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 93,641 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 85,188 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 74,622 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 64,838 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 55,682 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 49,723 miles

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 26 Feb 2009 30,239 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 30,239 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2008 16,211 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 5,274 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 5,274 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

EVIDENCE OF REPAIRSTO FRONT END OF VEHICLE* UNABLE TO SAFELY JACK REAR OF CAR SO SUSPENSION HANGS*

SHIELDSON OUTER SILLS,INNER SILLS,UNDER ARCHES,ETC RESRICT EXAMINATION* FUEL LEVEL LOW* TYRES WORN AND PERISHED IN GENERAL* OSF SEATBELT RELUCTANT TO RETRACT* REAR EXHAUST BOX RUSTED BUT SOUND*

Pass 10 Oct 2006 5,240 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 OWJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Green 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 CV53 OWJ, 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 CV53 OWJ registered?

CV53 OWJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 9 October 2003.

Is CV53 OWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV53 OWJ 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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