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DA53 HYL

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

113,066 mi
Last recorded113,066 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 HYL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2019 113,066 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 108,148 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 96,278 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 83,275 miles

Exhaust corroded but not blowing

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 71,904 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 46,658 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre outer wall damage

n/s/f wiper slightly smearing

Pass 21 Sep 2013 35,662 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside front tyre perished on outer sidewall

Fail 14 Sep 2013 35,419 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside front tyre perished on outer sidewall

Pass 7 Sep 2012 26,055 miles

Nearside rear tyre has slight damage to sidewalls possibly been driven flat

Pass 14 Sep 2011 17,573 miles

Nearside rear tyre has slight damage to sidewalls from being driven flat

Pass 15 Sep 2010 10,403 miles

Nearside rear tyre has inner & outer sidewall damage due to being run flat!

Pass 23 Sep 2009 9,335 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 8,153 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 6,995 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 5,799 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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DA53 HYL is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DA53 HYL, 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 DA53 HYL registered?

DA53 HYL is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is DA53 HYL safe to buy?

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