CarVerify

Free Car Check

DY53 NMM

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

201,654 mi
Last recorded201,654 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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

RegistrationDY53 NMM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
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

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2015 201,654 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded t0 hose (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Oct 2015 201,654 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded t0 hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 193,121 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 193,121 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 184,673 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 184,673 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 170,251 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 156,742 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 156,742 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 140,595 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 134,906 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2008 115,048 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 91,091 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2007 91,079 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2006 66,443 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

both rear tyres wearing uneven on inner edges

rear brakes squeel

Fail 5 Oct 2006 66,443 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Oil leak

both rear tyres wearing uneven on inner edges

rear brakes squeel

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
Full Vauxhall Astra 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

DY53 NMM is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 DY53 NMM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DY53 NMM?

You can check the full history of DY53 NMM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DY53 NMM registered?

DY53 NMM is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is DY53 NMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY53 NMM shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY53 NMM 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 DY53 NMM. 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.