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CX53 LOD

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,601 mi
Last recorded94,601 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 LOD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2016 94,601 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 88,777 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 84,612 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013
Pass 2 Jul 2012 74,043 miles

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

n/s/r tyre perishing

Pass 27 Jul 2011 67,814 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2010 54,373 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 54,373 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

exhaust system very rusty

n/s/f bumper insecure

oil light came on

Fail 25 Sep 2010 54,264 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

engine misfire

headlamps affecting radio and trip computer lights

Pass 29 Aug 2009 49,909 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 49,909 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 45,737 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 11 Dec 2007 38,466 miles

N/S/FRONT TYRE 3MM

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

Pass 8 Dec 2006 31,821 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 31,547 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 31,547 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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CX53 LOD is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CX53 LOD, 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 CX53 LOD registered?

CX53 LOD is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 15 November 2003.

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