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DU53 YGE

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,753 mi
Last recorded122,753 miles
Recorded on16 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 YGE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2015 122,753 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 May 2014 118,234 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

front tyres worn inner edges

rear box deteriated

rear tyres perished

Pass 3 May 2013 113,136 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 110,279 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 110,267 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 106,878 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 103,056 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 99,886 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 99,886 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 79,510 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 60,054 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 43,522 miles

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

o/s rear seat belt clasp casing missing.

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 YGE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YGE, 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 YGE registered?

DU53 YGE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is DU53 YGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU53 YGE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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