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DV53 FML

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

165,614 mi
Last recorded165,614 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV53 FML
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 165,614 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 165,361 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

wipers not parking correctly

Pass 19 May 2016 153,053 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 153,053 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 May 2015 144,644 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 133,086 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 120,649 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres getting low

exhaust system corroded

front brake discs corroded on inner face

fuel tank damp no signs of leak

Fail 15 Mar 2013 120,649 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres getting low

exhaust system corroded

front brake discs corroded on inner face

fuel tank damp no signs of leak

Fail 23 Feb 2012 102,740 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

exhaust box/tail deteriorating

plastic oversills restricting full inspection

Pass 23 Feb 2012 102,740 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

exhaust box/tail deteriorating

plastic oversills restricting full inspection

Pass 30 Oct 2010 81,309 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2010 77,103 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 71,961 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 70,717 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 59,118 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 45,148 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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DV53 FML is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 DV53 FML, 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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DV53 FML is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 14 October 2003.

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