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DU53 RXA

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

223,882 mi
Last recorded223,882 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 RXA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2020 223,882 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 215,179 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 202,863 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 202,863 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working boch (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 188,389 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2017 188,384 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 168,253 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 153,981 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 140,273 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2012 135,544 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 135,544 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 130,580 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2010 126,780 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2010 126,780 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 122,075 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 111,410 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 99,951 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 98,751 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 98,625 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 89,034 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 89,034 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 RXA is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RXA, 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 RXA registered?

DU53 RXA is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 15 September 2003.

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The MOT history for DU53 RXA shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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