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DN53 NXE

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

105,427 mi
Last recorded105,427 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2016 105,427 miles

Coolant leak from offside of radiator

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Mar 2016 105,422 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Coolant leak from offside of radiator

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 96,690 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 96,681 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 80,664 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2013 71,783 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 54,605 miles

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

One Rear Exhaust Mounting Rubber Missing.

Pass 11 Mar 2011 30,591 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 29,867 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 26,663 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 23,500 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 19,955 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 16,431 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 NXE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 NXE, 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 NXE registered?

DN53 NXE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 24 December 2003.

Is DN53 NXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN53 NXE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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