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DN52 KSZ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

127,598 mi
Last recorded127,598 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN52 KSZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2016 127,598 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 116,727 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 Feb 2015 116,726 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jan 2014 110,121 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 102,324 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 102,322 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 95,293 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 85,449 miles

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

both front brake discs worn

Pass 2 Feb 2010 74,074 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Feb 2010 74,074 miles

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

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

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

Fail 2 Feb 2009 66,067 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 66,067 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 57,140 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 44,658 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 44,657 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2006 35,080 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 KSZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 KSZ, 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 DN52 KSZ registered?

DN52 KSZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is DN52 KSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN52 KSZ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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