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DK53 GRX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

166,926 mi
Last recorded166,926 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 GRX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 166,926 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 161,096 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2024 161,095 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Nov 2023 155,421 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 152,456 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Rear axle corroded

Rear exhaust back box corroded and slight blow

Fail 11 Nov 2022 152,456 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Rear axle corroded

Rear exhaust back box corroded and slight blow

Pass 10 Nov 2021 148,122 miles

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

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 10 Nov 2021 148,122 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged hand brake (1.1.15 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 9 Nov 2020 143,135 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 9 Nov 2020 143,135 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 137,861 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 131,341 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 123,866 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both ns/os to flexes (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded to compensator load sensor (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

wpier auto park function faulty

Fail 10 Nov 2017 123,866 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both ns/os to flexes (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded to compensator load sensor (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid reservoir empty (8.2.3)

wpier auto park function faulty

Pass 25 Oct 2016 114,976 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 107,977 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 101,370 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 94,486 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 85,936 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 85,936 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 79,040 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 79,040 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 8 Oct 2010 72,116 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 72,116 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 66,749 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 61,563 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 61,563 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 56,440 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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DK53 GRX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 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 DK53 GRX, 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 DK53 GRX registered?

DK53 GRX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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