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DN52 KTD

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,305 mi
Last recorded95,305 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN52 KTD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2019 95,305 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2019 95,305 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 89,216 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 82,206 miles

headlight patterns poor

nearside rear tyre worn low and perished advise replacement

offside front brake pipe corroded

steering rack damp

Pass 29 Sep 2016 78,543 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded UNDER WHEELARCH (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Sep 2016 78,531 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded UNDER WHEELARCH (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 77,315 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)

Pass 19 May 2015 77,262 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2014 68,749 miles

plastic outer sill covers fitted

tested in wet conditions

Pass 11 May 2013 61,401 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

n/s/f tyre worn close to legal limits

plastic outer sill covers fitted

Fail 11 May 2013 61,401 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

n/s/f tyre worn close to legal limits

plastic outer sill covers fitted

Pass 11 May 2012 52,423 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

plastic outer sill covers fitted

Pass 21 May 2011 42,920 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2010 32,142 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 20,922 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 20,922 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 20,572 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 19,481 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 18,304 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 16,840 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
Full Vauxhall Astra reliability report

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DN52 KTD is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 KTD, 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 KTD registered?

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

Is DN52 KTD safe to buy?

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