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DE53 SYT

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

104,433 mi
Last recorded104,433 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 SYT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2019 104,433 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 99,271 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 99,271 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2016 93,898 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted.

Fail 4 Oct 2016 93,897 miles

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted.

Pass 11 Sep 2015 79,893 miles

both rear tyre tread low

child seat fitted

front indicators discoloured

rear wiper worn

sill covers fitted

slight engine oil leak

Pass 19 Sep 2014 72,156 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Sep 2013 64,152 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside rear tyre perished on sidewall.

Pass 26 Sep 2012 57,416 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2012 57,416 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 50,901 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 45,150 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 37,184 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 37,184 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 30,798 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 25,907 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 18,756 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 18,756 miles

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

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 SYT is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 DE53 SYT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE53 SYT registered?

DE53 SYT is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is DE53 SYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 SYT shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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