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GP53 VBL

2003 Vauxhall Astravan

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

151,107 mi
Last recorded151,107 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astravan108,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 VBL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2014 151,107 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 140,963 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

o/s/r tyre perishing 195/60/15

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 22 May 2013 140,963 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

o/s/r tyre perishing 195/60/15

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2012 137,505 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 137,253 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 137,252 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

dampness around fuel tank

n/s/f disc in poor condition

Pass 29 Apr 2010 130,872 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 122,217 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Jan 2009 122,217 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Dec 2007 104,384 miles

coolant level found excessivly low (topped up)

Fail 31 Dec 2007 104,384 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

coolant level found excessivly low (topped up)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 87,855 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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GP53 VBL is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GP53 VBL, 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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GP53 VBL is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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