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DN52 MFJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

160,071 mi
Last recorded160,071 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN52 MFJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 160,071 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 160,071 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 152,730 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Fail 14 Apr 2025 152,730 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2024 144,868 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Apr 2024 144,868 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 137,494 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 137,484 miles

o/s headlight image poor

outer sills covered

Pass 27 Aug 2020 136,098 miles

some play in both front top strut mounts

surface corrosion all coil springs

Pass 22 Aug 2019 132,746 miles

brake pipes have some corrosion

some play in upper suspension mount

springs have surface corrosion

Pass 14 Aug 2018 127,520 miles

some play in offside front strut top mount

Fail 14 Aug 2018 127,518 miles

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

some play in offside front strut top mount

Pass 22 Aug 2017 122,882 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 116,072 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 108,576 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 100,781 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

slight play in n/s/f top strut mount

Pass 13 Aug 2013 92,983 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 83,321 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 75,239 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 65,280 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 52,393 miles

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

engine oil leak

fuel filter damp

Fail 5 Aug 2009 52,393 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine oil leak

fuel filter damp

Pass 21 Aug 2008 39,312 miles

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

clutch & brake pedal rubbers wearing

nearside & offside rear tyres tread getting close to wear bars

Pass 25 Aug 2007 30,245 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 28,332 miles

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

cut in nearside front trye tread

Pass 23 Jan 2006 25,669 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2006 25,669 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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 MFJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 MFJ, 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 MFJ registered?

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

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