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DN53 DFJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

85,980 mi
Last recorded85,980 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN53 DFJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2014 85,980 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Dec 2014 85,980 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2014 75,455 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2013 69,709 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 63,556 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011

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

Pass 23 Dec 2009 50,949 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2008 43,459 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 37,032 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 30,340 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 DFJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DFJ, 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 DN53 DFJ registered?

DN53 DFJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 6 December 2003.

Is DN53 DFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN53 DFJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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