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DU53 OJZ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

157,911 mi
Last recorded157,911 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 OJZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2017 157,911 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Nov 2016 140,288 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 139,937 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 131,862 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Front indicators slightly discoloured

Headlights slightly deteriorated

Slight play to steering rack inner joints

Surface corrosion to metal brake pipes

Pass 31 Oct 2014 126,275 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 119,042 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2013 118,902 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 110,421 miles

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

rear silencer corroding outer skin

Pass 21 Nov 2011 103,466 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 103,283 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 92,463 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 79,067 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 67,943 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 55,859 miles

engine undershield fitted

sill protectors fitted

Pass 31 Aug 2006 41,856 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 OJZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OJZ, 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 OJZ registered?

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

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