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DN52 MPX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,618 mi
Last recorded114,618 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2013 114,618 miles

Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

engine light on

milage not displaying

Fail 4 Jul 2013 114,618 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

engine light on

milage not displaying

Pass 18 Jul 2012 103,657 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 103,657 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 92,574 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 80,996 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 70,915 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 63,974 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 52,180 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 52,180 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 39,637 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 39,637 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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 MPX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 MPX, 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 MPX registered?

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

Is DN52 MPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN52 MPX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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