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DN52 MWP

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

97,005 mi
Last recorded97,005 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN52 MWP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2024 97,005 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 95,793 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 94,803 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2022 94,784 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 94,088 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2020 94,088 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2019 93,600 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2018 92,970 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 92,960 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Dec 2017 91,842 miles

Windscreen wash is weak

Pass 15 Dec 2016 91,204 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 89,567 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 89,567 miles

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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 87,233 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 82,185 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2012 78,222 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 78,222 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 71,379 miles

nearside front tyre getting low

offside front tyre on limit 1.6m

Pass 6 Dec 2010 64,155 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 56,710 miles

both front top strut bushes starting to wear

nearside front tyre starting to crack and perish

Pass 23 Dec 2008 48,012 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2008 43,053 miles

rear exhaust very grotty

Pass 22 Jan 2007 35,017 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 28,128 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 28,128 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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 MWP is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 MWP, 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 MWP registered?

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

Is DN52 MWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN52 MWP shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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