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DU53 RZR

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

107,904 mi
Last recorded107,904 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2011
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2011 107,904 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 102,812 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 97,311 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 93,221 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 128,473 miles

slight damage to n/s/f wheel rim

Fail 26 Sep 2007 128,461 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

slight damage to n/s/f wheel rim

Fail 15 Sep 2006 82,433 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 82,433 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 RZR is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RZR, 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 DU53 RZR registered?

DU53 RZR is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is DU53 RZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU53 RZR shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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