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DV53 MVZ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,641 mi
Last recorded94,641 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV53 MVZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 94,641 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 87,199 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 80,496 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 80,494 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2013 74,512 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 68,809 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 68,809 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 63,380 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 63,378 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 54,069 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 54,069 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 46,288 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 35,447 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 30,785 miles

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

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 MVZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MVZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DV53 MVZ registered?

DV53 MVZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is DV53 MVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV53 MVZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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