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DN53 DAU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

99,485 mi
Last recorded99,485 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN53 DAU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2021 99,485 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes protected with grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view screen has a crack in the middle at the bottom. (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear rear exhaust has been repaired and is not blowing.

standard sill covers fitted.

Pass 14 Dec 2020 98,250 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small bulge outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing just starting to go out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

both headlamps cloudy effecting beam patterns

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Dec 2019 97,137 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides front. (4.4.3 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front fog lamp not working.

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides rear tyres. (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked at bottom of screen. (3.2 (a) (i))

sill covers fitted as standard not allowing full inspection.

Fail 6 Dec 2019 97,136 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across vehicle. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides front. (4.4.3 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front fog lamp not working.

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides rear tyres. (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked at bottom of screen. (3.2 (a) (i))

sill covers fitted as standard not allowing full inspection.

Pass 6 Dec 2018 96,171 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

fuel filter corroded.

sill covers fitted preventing full inspection.

Fail 6 Dec 2018 96,170 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure nothing to secure mounting rubbers, (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

fuel filter corroded.

sill covers fitted preventing full inspection.

Pass 19 Dec 2017 94,830 miles

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

Nearside wiper rubber split,

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

one rear exhaust rubber is split but system still adequately supported at time of test.

sill covers fitted preventing full inspection.

windscreen is cracked but not significantly affecting drivers view at time of test.

Pass 19 Dec 2016 91,834 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Dec 2016 91,834 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 85,141 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 76,550 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 71,047 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 64,636 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Nov 2011 59,634 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 59,634 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 54,235 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 47,420 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 40,904 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 40,904 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 33,890 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 27,335 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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DN53 DAU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 DN53 DAU, 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 DN53 DAU registered?

DN53 DAU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is DN53 DAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN53 DAU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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