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DA52 TYU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

112,219 mi
Last recorded112,219 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA52 TYU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2014 112,219 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 112,219 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 108,574 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear silencer joint has corrosion !!!!

Fail 22 Oct 2013 108,574 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear silencer joint has corrosion !!!!

Pass 19 Nov 2012 101,209 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2012 101,114 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2011 80,254 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Nov 2010 65,818 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2010 65,818 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2009 53,052 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jan 2009 43,209 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 40,725 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2007 35,273 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 31,763 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 TYU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 TYU, 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 DA52 TYU registered?

DA52 TYU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 24 January 2003.

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The MOT history for DA52 TYU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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