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DV53 OXB

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

114,440 mi
Last recorded114,440 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2008
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2008 114,440 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 113,506 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2007 76,492 miles

nearside rear tyre holds inner shoulder wear

Pass 22 Nov 2006 41,426 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 41,426 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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 OXB is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 OXB, 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 OXB registered?

DV53 OXB is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is DV53 OXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV53 OXB shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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