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DF52 CCU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

114,500 mi
Last recorded114,500 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF52 CCU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2016 114,500 miles

coil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

oil leak

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

chassis corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2015 109,641 miles

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

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

Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Gearbox mounting defective

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 12 Jun 2015 109,641 miles

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

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

Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Gearbox mounting defective

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2014 104,918 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Oil leak

front lens slightly cloudy

Pass 20 Jun 2013 92,367 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 13 Jun 2013 92,365 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 31 May 2012 69,249 miles

Oil leak

Fail 31 May 2012 69,249 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jun 2011 63,103 miles

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

all tyres have uneven treadwear

Fail 3 Jun 2011 62,895 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

engine oil level low

engine warning lamp displayed on the instrument panel with inspection lamp illuminating

Pass 5 Jun 2010
Fail 5 Jun 2010

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 52,519 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 45,601 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2008 45,601 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 39,017 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 28,158 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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DF52 CCU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 DF52 CCU, 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 DF52 CCU registered?

DF52 CCU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 January 2003.

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