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DE53 WFX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

109,500 mi
Last recorded109,500 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 WFX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2019 109,500 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 105,957 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 104,410 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 97,793 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 91,950 miles

Both Front Brake Discs Slightly Worn but not considered excessive

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2014 87,147 miles

Both Front Brake Discs Slightly Worn but n ot considered excessive

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Aug 2013 86,070 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 80,015 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 74,340 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 69,297 miles

n/s/f tyre worn and perished - advise replacement

Pass 29 Jul 2009 59,583 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 28 Jul 2009 59,583 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 50,591 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 40,281 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 30,765 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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DE53 WFX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black 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 DE53 WFX, 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 WFX registered?

DE53 WFX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is DE53 WFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 WFX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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