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CW52 GZU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

132,091 mi
Last recorded132,091 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW52 GZU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 132,091 miles

all brake pipes corroded/covered by substnance unable to check properly-all flexi hose ends corroded-x2 front links deteriated-exhauat flexi deteriated

rear tyres worn low

Fail 17 Jun 2015 132,091 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

all brake pipes corroded/covered by substnance unable to check properly-all flexi hose ends corroded-x2 front links deteriated-exhauat flexi deteriated

Pass 26 Jun 2014 123,537 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Jun 2014 123,537 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

eml on

Pass 31 May 2013 110,689 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 31 May 2013 110,689 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 101,159 miles

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

Nearside front tyre has a rip in the outer side wall not deep enough to expose the ply

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

Fail 14 Jun 2012 101,159 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Nearside front tyre has a rip in the outer side wall not deep enough to expose the ply

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 90,361 miles

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

Nearside front tyre tear in sidewall

Nearside front wiper blade splitting

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 80,601 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 70,251 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 61,710 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 61,709 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 43,045 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 43,044 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 29 Mar 2006 35,541 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 35,541 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2005 34,064 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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CW52 GZU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver 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 CW52 GZU, 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 CW52 GZU registered?

CW52 GZU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 25 February 2003.

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