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DF53 CCJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,794 mi
Last recorded122,794 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 CCJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 122,794 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2016 112,043 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2016 112,043 miles

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced BOTH (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure DROP LINK (2.4.G.1)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 107,732 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 101,412 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 93,665 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 84,313 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 72,265 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 72,265 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 56,877 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 42,774 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 42,690 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 29,793 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 18,255 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 13,415 miles

both front tyres on 2mm inner edges.

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
Full Vauxhall Astra reliability report

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DF53 CCJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DF53 CCJ, 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 DF53 CCJ registered?

DF53 CCJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is DF53 CCJ safe to buy?

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