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DU53 UZK

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

115,608 mi
Last recorded115,608 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 UZK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2020 115,608 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 110,305 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 105,118 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 105,118 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 101,420 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Nearside and offside front (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside and offside rear tyres slightly perished

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Nearside and offside front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 97,389 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 94,006 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 90,748 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 87,797 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2012 83,006 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2011 78,172 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 73,302 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 67,739 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 62,421 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 57,293 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 49,612 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 UZK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 UZK, 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 UZK registered?

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

Is DU53 UZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU53 UZK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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