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YU53 NEF

2004 Vauxhall Astravan

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2019
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

135,743 mi
Last recorded135,743 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Vauxhall Astravan107,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU53 NEF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2018 135,743 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top mount (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top mount (2.7.4)

Fail 15 Jan 2018 135,742 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top mount (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top mount (2.7.4)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 127,731 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2017 127,623 miles

Indicator switch faulty main beam comes on with indicator (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 120,112 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

eml on at time of test

front tyres heavy wear to edges

position lamp switch faulty

Fail 25 Jan 2016 120,112 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

eml on at time of test

front tyres heavy wear to edges

position lamp switch faulty

Pass 28 Jan 2015 113,334 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 27 Jan 2015 113,334 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 101,801 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 92,329 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 92,329 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 80,210 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 80,210 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 71,149 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 71,149 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 62,820 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 62,820 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Fail 3 Feb 2009 55,160 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 55,160 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 30 Jan 2008 39,196 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 30,245 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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YU53 NEF is a 2004 Vauxhall Astravan in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2004 Vauxhall Astravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 107,334 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YU53 NEF, 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 22 years old, this Vauxhall Astravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YU53 NEF registered?

YU53 NEF is a 2004 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 30 January 2004.

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