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DE53 WHF

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

112,305 mi
Last recorded112,305 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 May 2016 112,305 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 14 May 2015 109,604 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 14 May 2015 109,604 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 107,595 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 102,656 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 102,656 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 98,712 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 98,712 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2011 88,740 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 88,740 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2010 78,982 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 78,982 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2009 61,101 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2008 48,408 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 48,408 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2008 48,306 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside front tyre wearing thin

offside and nearside front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 26 Jan 2007 31,617 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 28,331 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 28,331 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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 WHF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 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 WHF, 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 WHF registered?

DE53 WHF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is DE53 WHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 WHF shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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