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GF53 WNJ

2003 Vauxhall Astravan

Red Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

180,383 mi
Last recorded180,383 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astravan108,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 WNJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 180,383 miles

oil leak

Fail 5 Sep 2016 180,382 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2015 158,633 miles

SLIGHT DETERIORATION OF REAR NUMBER PLATE, SIDESKIRTS FITTED, VEHICLE WAXOYLED UNDERNEATH

Pass 3 Nov 2014 146,677 miles

front droplinks slight play, rear number plate starting to deteriate

Pass 15 Nov 2013 135,049 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside headlamp lens slightly deteriorated

Pass 11 Sep 2012 130,556 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine sump corroded

very strong advisory that the brake servo hose is chafed (advise replacement)

very strong advisory that the rear exhaust silencer is corroded and one mounting is corroded through (advise replacement)

wiper blades poor

Pass 30 Aug 2011 122,262 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 113,825 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 101,751 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

advise cut in outer side wall nearside front tyre

Pass 22 Sep 2008 91,265 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 70,713 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 48,071 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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GF53 WNJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan in Red with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GF53 WNJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF53 WNJ registered?

GF53 WNJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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The MOT history for GF53 WNJ 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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