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DN52 LMF

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

93,027 mi
Last recorded93,027 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN52 LMF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2020 93,027 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 87,240 miles

Fuel filter corroded

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2019 87,169 miles

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 84,312 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 84,253 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 81,218 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 77,068 miles

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

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 73,694 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 70,223 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 66,464 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2012 59,141 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 51,789 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2010 44,630 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 447,630 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2009 36,843 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 29,572 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 29,572 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 22,974 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 20,757 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 LMF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LMF, 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 LMF registered?

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

Is DN52 LMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN52 LMF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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