MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
146,528 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front and offside rear tyres worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
Wipers not parking correctly.
Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Wrong type fuel cap fitted. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both front shocks have leaked away their oil and no longer function. (5.3.2 (b))
Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside front wheelarch corroded near subframe mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front and offside rear tyres worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
Wipers not parking correctly.
Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
n/s headlamp lens deteriorated but not affecting light output
o/s/r light unit cracked
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear light unit cracked
evidence of fuel leak around fuel tank
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength and offside rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength and offside outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))
Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear light unit cracked
evidence of fuel leak around fuel tank
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
front number plate cracked
rear silencer in poor condition
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2 x main (3.6.B.2c)
Brake pipe excessively corroded across rear of car (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
front number plate cracked
rear silencer in poor condition
brake pipes greased
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
exhaust corroded
n/s/r shocker cover missing
noise on n/s/f suspension
play in n/s/f anti roll bar link
rear wiper rubber
Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?
Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DV53 FNP is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 FNP, 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 FNP is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 16 October 2003.
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