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DG53 EWO

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

156,446 mi
Last recorded156,446 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 EWO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 156,446 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit & tyre perished (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 152,981 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 149,137 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 145,641 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 136,555 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Rear exhaust box very corroded

Fail 29 Oct 2013 136,555 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front brake imbalance

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Rear exhaust box very corroded

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 12 Oct 2012 120,848 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 109,595 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 97,438 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 85,316 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 73,810 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 62,489 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 50,911 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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DG53 EWO is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DG53 EWO, 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 DG53 EWO registered?

DG53 EWO is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is DG53 EWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 EWO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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