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RX53 EGV

2003 Opel Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,708 mi
Last recorded79,708 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Opel Astra70,011 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 EGV
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2013 79,708 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 66,915 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 66,901 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 64,269 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 61,394 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 57,127 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 51,182 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 40,262 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 40,262 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Opel Astra?

Based on 26,435 MOT tests across 2,496 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,852
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,737
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,212
position lamp(s) not working 748
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 621
Stop lamp not working 589
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RX53 EGV is a 2003 Opel Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 70,011 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Opel Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,737 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX53 EGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Opel Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of RX53 EGV?

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What year was RX53 EGV registered?

RX53 EGV is a 2003 Opel Astra, first registered on 4 November 2003.

Is RX53 EGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 EGV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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