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EJ53 OUX

2003 Vauxhall Astravan

Black Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

157,264 mi
Last recorded157,264 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astravan108,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ53 OUX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 157,264 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 148,142 miles

Oil leak

Fail 3 Jul 2014 134,035 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Upper Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all road springs corroded

bad starting

Pass 3 Jul 2014 134,035 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

all road springs corroded

bad starting

Pass 25 May 2013 119,682 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 111,780 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 107,092 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

n/s &o/s sills coverd by plastic

Fail 8 Sep 2010 107,092 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

nearside and offside sills covered by plastic

Pass 28 Aug 2009 97,562 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 97,562 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 87,577 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 87,577 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 64,702 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
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EJ53 OUX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan in Black with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 EJ53 OUX, 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.

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What year was EJ53 OUX registered?

EJ53 OUX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 17 November 2003.

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