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EA53 DZR

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

172,831 mi
Last recorded172,831 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 DZR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2015 172,831 miles

engine management defect warning light indicates fault.

Fail 11 Aug 2015 172,831 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

engine management defect warning light indicates fault.

Pass 11 Aug 2014 158,490 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2014 158,490 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 144,315 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 125,975 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 125,975 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 111,455 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 95,311 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 95,129 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 76,987 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 63,740 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 48,503 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear 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.

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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EA53 DZR is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 EA53 DZR, 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 EA53 DZR?

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What year was EA53 DZR registered?

EA53 DZR is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 15 November 2003.

Is EA53 DZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA53 DZR shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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