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DG53 OKO

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

218,197 mi
Last recorded218,197 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 OKO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 218,197 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 18 Oct 2017 218,816 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Feb 2017 208,861 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 10 Feb 2016 189,080 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 189,074 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 171,097 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 13 Jan 2015 171,097 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 154,097 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 136,363 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 127,356 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 127,356 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 122,135 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 115,653 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 109,098 miles

unable to check outer sills correctly, due to manufacturors plastic trims fitted

Pass 5 Feb 2008 101,904 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 87,307 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 OKO is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OKO, 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 OKO registered?

DG53 OKO is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is DG53 OKO safe to buy?

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