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DF53 CCY

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,363 mi
Last recorded59,363 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 CCY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 31 Dec 2025 59,363 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 6 Jan 2025 35,390 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 35,386 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All steel brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 35,302 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 35,207 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 34,554 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 33,946 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 33,275 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 32,589 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 31,633 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 30,767 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 29,778 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 28,568 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 27,436 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 25,460 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 13,774 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 21,433 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 20,110 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 17,024 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 12,197 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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DF53 CCY is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CCY, 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 CCY registered?

DF53 CCY is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 2 December 2003.

Is DF53 CCY safe to buy?

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