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DV53 OFO

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

100,232 mi
Last recorded100,232 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV53 OFO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 100,232 miles

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

Offside Front Inner arch repaired but not able to see repair

Offside Rear coil spring fitted with a spacer

Fail 22 May 2017 120,232 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute both front and rear (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Inner arch repaired but not able to see repair

Offside Rear coil spring fitted with a spacer

Pass 5 Mar 2016 114,324 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 103,853 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 157,331 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 140,305 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 119,277 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 101,618 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 82,062 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 61,925 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 61,925 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2007 47,025 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2007 47,025 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 35,683 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 OFO is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 OFO, 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 OFO registered?

DV53 OFO is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is DV53 OFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV53 OFO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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