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KG53 YWN

2003 Vauxhall Astravan

Silver Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

96,027 mi
Last recorded96,027 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astravan108,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG53 YWN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 96,027 miles

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

Rear exhaust ( rear silencer corroded not blowing )

Fail 12 Feb 2026 96,009 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear exhaust ( rear silencer corroded not blowing )

Pass 22 Jan 2025 95,077 miles

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

Rear exhaust tailpipe corroded / not blowing

Pass 12 Feb 2024 93,940 miles

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

exhaust tailpipe corroded / not blowing

Pass 16 Feb 2023 92,717 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 91,650 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 90,610 miles

exhaust tailpipe outer casing corroded

Pass 14 Feb 2020 88,939 miles

exhaust tailpipe outer casing corroded not blowing

Pass 15 Feb 2019 86,084 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust tailpipe corroded / not blowing

Pass 15 Feb 2018 82,752 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 77,786 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Feb 2017 77,786 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2016 72,936 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 67,927 miles

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

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

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

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

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

nearside and offside rear tyres perishing

Pass 23 Jan 2014 61,985 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2014 61,985 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 57,624 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 51,302 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 8 Dec 2010 45,046 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2010 45,046 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 7 Dec 2009 38,372 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside front tyre wearing low on outer edge

Pass 7 Dec 2009 38,372 miles

nearside front tyre wearing low on outer edge

Pass 4 Dec 2008 31,678 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 31,678 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

advise brake pads front low

Pass 9 Nov 2007 23,477 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 17,062 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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KG53 YWN is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan in Silver with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KG53 YWN, 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 KG53 YWN registered?

KG53 YWN is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is KG53 YWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG53 YWN shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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