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DV53 OXK

2003 Vauxhall Astravan

White Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

131,245 mi
Last recorded131,245 miles
Recorded on27 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astravan108,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV53 OXK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2015 131,245 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

rear shock absorbers becoming weak

unable to inspect outer sills due to sill covers fitted

Fail 15 May 2015 131,244 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

rear shock absorbers becoming weak

unable to inspect outer sills due to sill covers fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2014 125,536 miles

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

front registration plate slightly deteriorated

offside mirror backing missing

unable to inspect outer sills due to sill covers fitted

Fail 4 Jun 2014 125,498 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside mirror backing missing

unable to inspect outer sills due to sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2013 115,617 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

eml on

rear exhaust deteraited

Pass 3 Feb 2012 108,941 miles

As per failure

Fail 2 Feb 2012 108,924 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear exhaust silencer becoming corroded front and rear number plates becoming dterated plastic sill covers fitted at time of test o/s front tyre at legal limits

Pass 7 Feb 2011 101,107 miles

Brake Pipes coated in protective substance

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 88,203 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

n/s and o/s front disc pad anti-rattle clip,s not located correctly

Pass 3 Feb 2009 74,912 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 58,272 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Feb 2008 58,271 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2007 43,961 miles

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

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astravan?

Based on 679,643 MOT tests across 58,240 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
7,780
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
58,240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 35,295
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,913
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19,092
position lamp(s) not working 17,431
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,678
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DV53 OXK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan in White with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Astravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 108,331 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astravan fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 35,295 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DV53 OXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astravan typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Vauxhall Astravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DV53 OXK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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