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DA52 TVL

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,841 mi
Last recorded46,841 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA52 TVL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 46,841 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2026 46,841 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 45,829 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2024 44,637 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2024 44,637 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 43,805 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 42,856 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2022 42,856 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 41,998 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2021 41,998 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 40,862 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2020 40,862 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 39,315 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 37,857 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 36,182 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s only just acceptable (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 34,433 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 32,359 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 32,359 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 30,246 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 28,130 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 28,130 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 26,208 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 24,580 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 23,058 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 21,347 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 19,406 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 16,930 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 13,937 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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DA52 TVL is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 DA52 TVL, 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

How do I check the history of DA52 TVL?

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What year was DA52 TVL registered?

DA52 TVL is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 14 January 2003.

Is DA52 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA52 TVL shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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