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DN52 FVS

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

54,279 mi
Last recorded54,279 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN52 FVS
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 54,279 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 54,041 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 47,437 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 47,156 miles

o/side front tyre perished

Pass 20 Jan 2014 45,779 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 45,779 miles

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 43,773 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 41,366 miles

rear exhaust box starting corrod

Pass 19 Jan 2011 38,241 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

damage to offside rear wheel arch

rear registration plate delaminating

Pass 12 Jan 2010 33,621 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 29,022 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 24,585 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 20,408 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 FVS is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FVS, 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 DN52 FVS registered?

DN52 FVS is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 25 January 2003.

Is DN52 FVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN52 FVS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DN52 FVS have outstanding finance?

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