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CX53 OGE

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

156,125 mi
Last recorded156,125 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 OGE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 156,125 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 149,283 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 148,560 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 147,886 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2021 143,728 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 137,253 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 129,093 miles

front windscreen cracked/chipped in non failable area

minor exhaust leak (front)

Pass 20 Jan 2018 119,597 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 110,346 miles

front brake pipes slightly corroded

front tyres worn on inner edges

windscreen chipped

Pass 16 Jan 2016 100,193 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 92,471 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS SHOWING CORROSION ON INNER FACES

Pass 1 Feb 2014 81,713 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 71,571 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

tyres wearing on edges

Pass 4 Jan 2012 65,834 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 58,920 miles

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

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

all brake discs rusty

Pass 2 Mar 2010 57,607 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 57,607 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2009 51,960 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 47,603 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 35,268 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 24,447 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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CX53 OGE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 OGE, 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 CX53 OGE registered?

CX53 OGE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is CX53 OGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 OGE shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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