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GY53 PYF

2003 Vauxhall Astravan

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

143,659 mi
Last recorded143,659 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astravan108,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY53 PYF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 143,659 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Aug 2017 143,659 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 131,930 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2015 185,915 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear ehxaust corroding

Fail 2 Jul 2015 185,909 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear ehxaust corroding

Fail 30 Jun 2015 127,875 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

battery loose

Pass 19 Jun 2014 117,622 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jun 2014 117,622 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 106,476 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jun 2012 98,512 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 92,019 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 88,618 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 85,235 miles

slight leak from both front shock absorbers

Pass 20 Jun 2008 81,236 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 81,236 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 68,154 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 55,302 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 55,302 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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GY53 PYF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 GY53 PYF, 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 GY53 PYF registered?

GY53 PYF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 24 September 2003.

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