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DK53 HGE

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

100,085 mi
Last recorded100,085 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 HGE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Feb 2013 100,085 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 100,085 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 89,801 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2012 89,801 miles

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

Offside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 28 Feb 2011 80,570 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 80,570 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 70,349 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 63,845 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2009 63,845 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 62,427 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 24 Oct 2008 62,427 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2007 57,850 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 41,161 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 HGE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 HGE, 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 DK53 HGE registered?

DK53 HGE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is DK53 HGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK53 HGE shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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