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KL53 KPU

2003 Vauxhall Astravan

White Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

211,607 mi
Last recorded211,607 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astravan108,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 KPU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2021 211,607 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2021 211,607 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 208,736 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 May 2019 200,713 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour (4.2.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour (4.2.3 (b) (i))

advise fuel tank damp

Fail 24 May 2019 200,713 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

advise fuel tank damp

Pass 6 Jun 2018 192,349 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 182,086 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 31 May 2016 169,766 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 152,277 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 131,528 miles

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

front wiper arms defected

Pass 17 May 2013 120,839 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2012 111,241 miles

engine managment light on

offside front mirror cover missing

Pass 10 May 2011 100,918 miles

Wipers not self parking

Fail 10 May 2011 100,918 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Wipers not self parking

Pass 12 May 2010 93,761 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 74,240 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 66,519 miles

o/s/r tyre slightly out off shape

Fail 2 Oct 2007 66,519 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

o/s/r tyre slightly out off shape

Pass 30 Aug 2006 51,185 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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KL53 KPU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan in White with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KL53 KPU, 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 KL53 KPU registered?

KL53 KPU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is KL53 KPU safe to buy?

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