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CX53 OZW

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

96,022 mi
Last recorded96,022 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 OZW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 96,022 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 96,022 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.95 (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2.2% (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 88,829 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 82,129 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 80,758 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2014 72,103 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 64,314 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 59,879 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 55,599 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear tyres sidewalls are starting to look worn and starting to crack

Pass 6 Aug 2010 47,513 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 40,315 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 31,871 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 21,663 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 12,543 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 OZW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue 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 CX53 OZW, 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 OZW registered?

CX53 OZW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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