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FA53 LDU

2004 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

120,981 mi
Last recorded120,981 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2021
Typical for 2004 Vauxhall Astra73,048 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA53 LDU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2021 120,981 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 118,040 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 114,609 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 111,396 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play steering rack inner joint worn (2.2.B.1f)

underside of vehicle heavily soiled

Pass 9 Mar 2017 108,042 miles

Offside Front steering rack inner joint worn

offside front tyre and both rear tyres perishing within tread and close to limit

underside of vehicle heavily soiled

Fail 2 Mar 2017 108,042 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported box (7.1.1)

Offside Front steering rack inner joint worn

offside front tyre and both rear tyres perishing within tread and close to limit

underside of vehicle heavily soiled

Pass 4 Mar 2016 104,279 miles

offside front steering rack inner joint worn

Fail 5 Mar 2015 99,117 miles

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

rear steel brake pipes rusty

Pass 5 Mar 2015 99,117 miles

rear steel brake pipes rusty

Pass 5 Mar 2014 91,195 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 84,651 miles

offside rear tyre wearing unevenly and starting to perish

Pass 20 Feb 2012 75,769 miles

nearside rear tyre getting low on inner edge

offside rear tyre bald on inner edge but on raised tread blocks

play in both front strut top mounts nearside worst of two

Pass 9 Mar 2011 68,252 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 58,366 miles

offside rear tyre worn close on edges

Pass 13 Feb 2009 49,331 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 40,815 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 34,150 miles

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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FA53 LDU is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2004 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 73,048 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 FA53 LDU, 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 22 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 FA53 LDU registered?

FA53 LDU is a 2004 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 16 February 2004.

Is FA53 LDU safe to buy?

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