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GV53 TMZ

2003 Vauxhall Astravan

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

63,418 mi
Last recorded63,418 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astravan108,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 TMZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 63,418 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 Apr 2025 63,400 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 63,250 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2023 63,250 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 61,979 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Nov 2022 61,979 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 58,817 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 55,410 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 55,409 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 52,151 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 52,150 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Nov 2018 48,862 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

vehicle requires inspection

Fail 13 Nov 2018 48,862 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

vehicle requires inspection

Pass 13 Nov 2017 47,506 miles

engine managment light on

sill covers fitted, outer sills not tested

Fail 13 Nov 2017 47,502 miles

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

engine managment light on

sill covers fitted, outer sills not tested

Pass 8 Nov 2016 46,042 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 46,042 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 44,219 miles

EML showing a fault

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

Fail 16 Nov 2015 44,219 miles

EML showing a fault

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 40,276 miles

engine managment light on

sill covers fitted, outer sills not tested

Pass 19 Nov 2013 38,474 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 36,559 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 36,559 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 33,809 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 30,228 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 26,269 miles

n/s/f tyre damaged on side wall & worn on edge near to on limit

Pass 30 Oct 2008 20,940 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 16,657 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 13,511 miles

windscreen has scratched n/s ( zone "b" )

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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GV53 TMZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

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 GV53 TMZ, 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 GV53 TMZ registered?

GV53 TMZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is GV53 TMZ safe to buy?

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