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AO53 AUV

2003 Vauxhall Astravan

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

125,249 mi
Last recorded125,249 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astravan108,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 AUV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2016 125,249 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 109,546 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2014 101,597 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 87,735 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 87,735 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 80,940 miles

Front brakes discs slightly corroded

Rear exhaust silance weak

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

Fail 18 Jun 2012 80,940 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Front brakes discs slightly corroded

Rear exhaust silance weak

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 75,379 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 64,914 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 56,307 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 56,307 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 48,078 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 48,078 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 39,846 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 30,235 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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AO53 AUV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AO53 AUV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO53 AUV registered?

AO53 AUV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is AO53 AUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 AUV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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