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DN52 MGY

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

65,450 mi
Last recorded65,450 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 65,450 miles

Advise h/lamps require buffing ( done )

Fail 9 Sep 2016 65,450 miles

Advise h/lamps require buffing ( done )

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

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

Pass 22 May 2015 62,177 miles

advise front h/lamp lenses req cleaning ( aim ok )

Pass 30 Dec 2013 58,395 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 57,470 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

o/s/r tyre cracks outer wall

Pass 20 Aug 2012 54,626 miles

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

offside rear tyre has cracks on outer wall

Pass 9 Aug 2011 51,943 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 49,102 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 45,930 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 43,320 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2006 37,776 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 32,010 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 MGY is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MGY, 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 MGY registered?

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

Is DN52 MGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN52 MGY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DN52 MGY have outstanding finance?

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