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DV53 FNT

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

149,090 mi
Last recorded149,090 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2017 149,090 miles

OIL LEAK

Pass 24 Mar 2015 112,801 miles

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

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

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

both rear tyres perished

Fail 24 Mar 2015 112,801 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 26 Mar 2014 105,403 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 100,529 miles

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

front discs worn

Pass 23 Mar 2012 94,089 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 86,161 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

advise front discs

Pass 9 Mar 2010 77,507 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 69,235 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 60,677 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 52,422 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 FNT is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FNT, 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 FNT registered?

DV53 FNT is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 16 October 2003.

Is DV53 FNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV53 FNT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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