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DN52 FNU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,512 mi
Last recorded94,512 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN52 FNU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2017 94,512 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 94,512 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 92,935 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 21 Mar 2016 92,935 miles

Battery insecure clamp missing , bolt broken (1.9.1)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 92,391 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 91,574 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 91,574 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 90,682 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 87,264 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

slight corrosion to rear silencer

Pass 16 Mar 2011 81,858 miles

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

small cut NSF tyre

Pass 9 Mar 2010 77,554 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 70,275 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 62,724 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/r tyre getting low

Pass 16 Mar 2007 53,837 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 46,662 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 FNU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DN52 FNU, 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 FNU?

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What year was DN52 FNU registered?

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

Is DN52 FNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN52 FNU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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