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DU53 WTJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,617 mi
Last recorded92,617 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 WTJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2014 92,617 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 82,798 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 79,421 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Fail 30 Oct 2012 79,408 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 14 Nov 2011 72,238 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip slightly worn.

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 14 Nov 2011 72,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brake pedal anti-slip slightly worn.

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 65,392 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 61,821 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 52,512 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 43,898 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 43,898 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 37,119 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 WTJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 WTJ, 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 WTJ registered?

DU53 WTJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is DU53 WTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU53 WTJ shows 12 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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