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FY53 ODU

2003 Vauxhall Astravan

White Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,728 mi
Last recorded62,728 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astravan108,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 ODU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2015 62,728 miles

Nearside Front indicator slightly discoloured

Offside Front indicator slightly discoloured

back box outer skin heavily corroded

Fail 4 Nov 2015 62,728 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt bottom (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front indicator slightly discoloured

Offside Front indicator slightly discoloured

back box outer skin heavily corroded

Pass 3 Oct 2014 57,870 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Oct 2014 57,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 51,772 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 50,943 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 42,811 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 35,723 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 29,508 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 23,656 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 18,576 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 18,576 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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FY53 ODU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan in White with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FY53 ODU, 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 FY53 ODU registered?

FY53 ODU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is FY53 ODU safe to buy?

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