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DF52 GCU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,272 mi
Last recorded103,272 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF52 GCU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2020 103,272 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 101,810 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 100,258 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 98,732 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 97,551 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 96,217 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 96,217 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 93,507 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 91,404 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 91,386 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 88,886 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 85,686 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 82,123 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 78,311 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 78,311 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 73,957 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2008 73,957 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 64,879 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 53,001 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 53,001 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 GCU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DF52 GCU, 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 DF52 GCU registered?

DF52 GCU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is DF52 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF52 GCU shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF52 GCU have outstanding finance?

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