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DA53 LMJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,024 mi
Last recorded98,024 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 LMJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2015 98,024 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 89,644 miles

brake pipes at front corroded (under inner wheel arches)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 84,426 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

eml on at time of test

front wipers poor condition

Fail 16 Jun 2012 78,415 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 78,415 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 72,683 miles

Battery insecure

front brake discs corroded

middle silencer corroded

radiator leaking coolant

rear silencer corroded with one hanger detatched

slight play in both front anti roll bar drop links

slight play in n/s track rod end

Pass 2 Dec 2010 66,692 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 51,934 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Nov 2008 40,241 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 40,241 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Nov 2007 32,279 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 24,976 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 LMJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LMJ, 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 LMJ registered?

DA53 LMJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is DA53 LMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA53 LMJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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