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AJ53 OEU

2003 Vauxhall Astravan

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

133,420 mi
Last recorded133,420 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astravan108,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ53 OEU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 133,420 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 23 May 2026 133,415 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 26 Mar 2026 133,410 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Service brake excessively binding both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various point of corossion all round (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 131,487 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 128,036 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 125,164 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2015 121,698 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 113,520 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 113,516 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2012 107,761 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 99,596 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 97,185 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 27 May 2010 91,495 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 83,507 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 68,928 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 53,736 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 53,736 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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AJ53 OEU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AJ53 OEU, 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 AJ53 OEU registered?

AJ53 OEU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 4 November 2003.

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