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DN52 FNT

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

121,218 mi
Last recorded121,218 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2008
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN52 FNT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2008 121,218 miles

Battery insecure

Oil leak

Rear mudguard insecure

Pass 17 Jan 2007 93,328 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 92,996 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Fail 13 Jan 2006 68,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 13 Jan 2006 68,204 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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DN52 FNT is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DN52 FNT, 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

How do I check the history of DN52 FNT?

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What year was DN52 FNT registered?

DN52 FNT is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 18 January 2003.

Is DN52 FNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN52 FNT shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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