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DG53 MFK

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

62,884 mi
Last recorded62,884 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 MFK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Oct 2013 62,884 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 62,884 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 58,291 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 4 Oct 2011 48,535 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 48,535 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 45,787 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 41,610 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 34,959 miles

rear silencer corroded

screw in edge of n/s/r tyre

Fail 9 Jul 2008 34,959 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear silencer corroded

screw in edge of n/s/r tyre

Fail 3 Jun 2007 28,346 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2007 28,346 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 23,075 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 21,327 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 21,327 miles

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

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 MFK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MFK, 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 MFK registered?

DG53 MFK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is DG53 MFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 MFK shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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