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HG53 HGJ

2003 Vauxhall Astravan

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

73,360 mi
Last recorded73,360 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astravan108,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 HGJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2015 73,360 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

advise main feede brake pipes corroded

advise rear exhaust corroded

Fail 12 May 2015 73,327 miles

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

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

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

advise main feede brake pipes corroded

advise rear exhaust corroded

Pass 17 May 2014 66,137 miles

Engine management light on. Sill covers fitted.

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

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

O/S/R tyre perished. Both rear tyres starting to wear on inner edges of tread.

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 49,232 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 45,226 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 41,892 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 16 Nov 2010 41,892 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 38,752 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 32,594 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 27,364 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 21,896 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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HG53 HGJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HG53 HGJ, 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 HG53 HGJ registered?

HG53 HGJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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