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DE53 FDX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

80,852 mi
Last recorded80,852 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 FDX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2014 80,852 miles

exhaust corroded slightly

sills covered by trims

Pass 26 Jun 2013 78,724 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

sills covered by trims

Fail 25 Jun 2013 78,724 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

sills covered by trims

Pass 28 Jun 2012 75,924 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 52,148 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine light on dash

Pass 26 Feb 2010 52,148 miles

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

engine light on dash

Pass 2 Mar 2009 43,991 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 43,991 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 25,171 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 20,057 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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DE53 FDX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DE53 FDX, 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 DE53 FDX registered?

DE53 FDX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is DE53 FDX safe to buy?

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