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CX53 TVV

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,489 mi
Last recorded48,489 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 48,489 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 44,876 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 44,876 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 41,734 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 39,040 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 35,033 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 31,979 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 29,113 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 25,787 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 21,209 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2009 21,209 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 16,545 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 15,378 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 14,275 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 TVV 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 85.7%.

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 TVV, 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 TVV registered?

CX53 TVV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is CX53 TVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 TVV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CX53 TVV have outstanding finance?

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