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DY53 RVT

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

125,214 mi
Last recorded125,214 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY53 RVT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2014 125,214 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Oct 2013 121,394 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

REAR EXHAUST SECTIONS SHOWING SOME RUST AND DETERIORATION.

Pass 29 Sep 2012 111,345 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 99,301 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

FRONT INNER BRAKE PADS ARE WEARING LOW(VISUAL CHECK ONLY)

STEERING RACK TRACK ROD END GAITER SPLIT.

Fail 7 Oct 2011 99,277 miles

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

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

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2010 87,724 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

outer sill covers fitted

rear tyres wearing unevenly on inner edges

some brakepipes slightly corroded/greased

Pass 10 Oct 2009 73,275 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s rear exhaust hanger only attached to outer skin

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2008 62,989 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 6 Oct 2007 55,104 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 46,505 miles

exhaust backbox heavily corroded

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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DY53 RVT is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DY53 RVT, 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

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What year was DY53 RVT registered?

DY53 RVT is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 22 October 2003.

Is DY53 RVT safe to buy?

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