MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
115,253 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
front discs worn
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
brakes squeel when service brake applied
no anti slip on clutch pedal
Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
brakes squeel when service brake applied
lots of steam from radiator whilst testing possible coolant leak
no anti slip on clutch pedal
Both wiper blades leaves a streak when wiped.
Engine management light staying on.
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?
Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DV53 PKJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 PKJ, 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 PKJ registered?
DV53 PKJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 27 November 2003.
Is DV53 PKJ safe to buy?
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