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CV53 YWZ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

37,051 mi
Last recorded37,051 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 37,051 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 33,965 miles

rear exhaust rubber missing

Pass 29 Nov 2016 30,678 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 27,789 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 25,294 miles

Rear exhaust poor condition outer casing

Pass 4 Nov 2013 22,937 miles

rear silencer outer skin corroded

Fail 4 Nov 2013 22,937 miles

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

rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 4 Dec 2012 20,791 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 16,659 miles

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

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

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

child seat fitted to n/s/r not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Dec 2010 13,945 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 11,207 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 10,965 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 9,675 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 7,170 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 YWZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YWZ, 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 YWZ registered?

CV53 YWZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is CV53 YWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV53 YWZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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