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DV53 FMZ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

179,796 mi
Last recorded179,796 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV53 FMZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 179,796 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 167,639 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 157,302 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 148,457 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 148,453 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 May 2015 141,228 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 131,947 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 123,286 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 116,448 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 112,228 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 102,480 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 92,632 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 82,665 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 82,665 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 69,006 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2006 69,005 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 FMZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DV53 FMZ, 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 DV53 FMZ registered?

DV53 FMZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is DV53 FMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV53 FMZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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