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DU53 ODA

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

98,819 mi
Last recorded98,819 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 ODA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2020 98,819 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 95,988 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 91,274 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 91,252 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi to load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi to load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 87,460 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 83,948 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 79,999 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 75,680 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 71,966 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 67,159 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 63,386 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 58,849 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 51,341 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 45,182 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 35,810 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 ODA is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 ODA, 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 ODA registered?

DU53 ODA is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DU53 ODA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU53 ODA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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