CarVerify

Free Car Check

DV53 PLO

2003 Vauxhall Astravan

White Diesel 1686cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,095 mi
Last recorded138,095 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astravan108,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Vauxhall
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV53 PLO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2015 138,095 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 26 Nov 2015 138,082 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded valve to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 117,564 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 103,274 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in front tyre

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

Oil leak

brake pipes greased

Pass 24 Nov 2011 96,029 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2010 80,374 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 80,374 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 61,618 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 54,816 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Oct 2007 41,550 miles

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
Full Vauxhall Astravan reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DV53 PLO is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PLO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DV53 PLO?

You can check the full history of DV53 PLO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DV53 PLO registered?

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

Is DV53 PLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV53 PLO shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DV53 PLO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DV53 PLO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.