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EA53 LFW

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Gold Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

147,934 mi
Last recorded147,934 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 LFW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2016 147,934 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 135,488 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 129,080 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 123,906 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 123,906 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 115,509 miles

n/s/f tyre worn low (2.5-3mm)

n/s/r tyre worn low (2-3mm) and slightly distorted on inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn low (3mm)

o/s/r tyre distorted and worn to 3mm on inner edge

oil misting around n/s/r shock absorber

Pass 24 Sep 2011 106,926 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 76,085 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 86,120 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 74,476 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 63,332 miles

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)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2006 46,215 miles

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

front tyres worn on outer edges

o/s washer jet not working to full capacity

wipers smeary

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 LFW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Gold with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EA53 LFW, 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 EA53 LFW registered?

EA53 LFW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is EA53 LFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA53 LFW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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