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DA53 LNO

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

104,016 mi
Last recorded104,016 miles
Recorded on27 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 May 2023 104,016 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 95,858 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 95,730 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 94,823 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 93,484 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 92,141 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 92,140 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 26 May 2016 90,259 miles

both front tyres have cracks in tread

o/s/r tyre has cracks in tread

Fail 26 May 2016 90,257 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres have cracks in tread

o/s/r tyre has cracks in tread

Pass 16 Jun 2015 88,220 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 87,008 miles

near side front tyre cracking

Pass 13 Jun 2013 85,003 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

bonnet does not open using lever inside car

Pass 26 Jun 2012 82,695 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 82,586 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 79,054 miles

middle section and rear exhaust boxes very corroded

rear central metal brake pipe slightly corroded

Fail 29 Jun 2011 79,048 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

middle section and rear exhaust boxes very corroded

rear central metal brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2010 75,793 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 71,044 miles

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

offside rear tyre deteriorated

Fail 11 Sep 2008 63,158 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 63,158 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 44,673 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 28,531 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2006 28,531 miles

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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 LNO is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 LNO, 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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DA53 LNO is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 23 December 2003.

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