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RX53 FKN

2003 Opel Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

40,521 mi
Last recorded40,521 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Opel Astra70,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 40,521 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective moisture on inside of lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 33,947 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Oct 2024 33,946 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2023 31,593 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 31,179 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 30,642 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 30,389 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 30,064 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 28,931 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 28,931 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2016 27,820 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 26,823 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer outer casing corroded

Pass 4 Dec 2014 25,799 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 24,777 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 23,027 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 22,245 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 20,794 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 19,234 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 17,629 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 16,074 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 14,876 miles

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 FKN is a 2003 Opel Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FKN, 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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What year was RX53 FKN registered?

RX53 FKN is a 2003 Opel Astra, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is RX53 FKN safe to buy?

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