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DU53 FPT

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,487 mi
Last recorded77,487 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 FPT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2019 77,487 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Front Beam images reduced & Poor (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Strutt mtg play (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Strutt Mtg Play (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 69,320 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 65,435 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 65,435 miles

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

Offside rear tyre cracking outer edge.

Pass 16 Aug 2016 61,811 miles

exhaust flexi webbing split

offside rear tyre slightly perishing

Pass 27 Jul 2015 58,515 miles

engine noisey

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2014 54,545 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 50,730 miles

rear exhaust outer casing corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2012 46,339 miles

rear exhaust slightly corroded but not holed

Pass 19 Jul 2011 40,795 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 37,448 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 33,857 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2008 29,784 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 29,779 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2007 25,320 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 20,359 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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DU53 FPT is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DU53 FPT, 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 DU53 FPT registered?

DU53 FPT is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is DU53 FPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU53 FPT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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