No, AO53 PFU is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for AO53 PFU?

The MOT for AO53 PFU is valid and due for renewal on or before 29 March 2018.

What is the recorded mileage of AO53 PFU?

The recorded mileage for AO53 PFU is 194,132 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is AO53 PFU ULEZ compliant?

No, AO53 PFU does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · AO53 PFU

AO53 PFU

2003 Vauxhall Astra (1.7L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2003. Recorded mileage 194,132 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin: 2003 · Norwich
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 29/03/2018
Road Tax: Untaxed (31/01/2018)
Recorded Mileage: 194,132 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 1.7L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 29/03/2018

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 31/01/2018

Mileage: 194,132 mi
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Year: 2003
Engine: 1686cc

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AO53 PFU Key Findings

15 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 30/03/2017
194,132 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (35 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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AO53 PFU Mileage History

17/10/200665,731 mi
18/10/200665,731 mi
11/10/200788,774 mi+23,043 mi
14/10/2008106,238 mi+17,464 mi
21/09/2009113,331 mi+7,093 mi
14/10/2010129,048 mi+15,717 mi
25/11/2011149,115 mi+20,067 mi
23/11/2012163,485 mi+14,370 mi
14/11/2013175,152 mi+11,667 mi
16/04/2014179,020 mi+3,868 mi
12/11/2014186,985 mi+7,965 mi
13/11/2014186,985 mi
10/03/2016192,606 mi+5,621 mi
23/03/2016192,606 mi
30/03/2017194,132 mi+1,526 mi

Average of roughly 12,287 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.

AO53 PFU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Oct 2026, 02:57

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Vauxhall Astra (AO53 PFU) between October 2006 and March 2017.

The record contains 11 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 30 March 2017 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (35 issues), Tyres (15 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 39 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)”; “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)”.

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