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DF53 WDJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,190 mi
Last recorded98,190 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 WDJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2015 98,190 miles

N/s Rear Tyre Cracking

Pass 29 Apr 2014 90,342 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 90,342 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Fail 16 Mar 2013 78,910 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 78,910 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 67,502 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 57,164 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 19 Mar 2011 57,164 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 45,847 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 36,488 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 25,974 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 24,733 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2006 20,107 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 WDJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 WDJ, 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 DF53 WDJ registered?

DF53 WDJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is DF53 WDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 WDJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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