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2003 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · HN53 AGX

HN53 AGX

2003 Vauxhall Astra (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31/10/2003. Recorded mileage 128,963 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin
2003 · Portsmouth
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 05/01/2026
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
128,963 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 05/01/2026
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2003
Engine
1796cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The most recent MOT on 6 January 2025 at 128,963 mi passed without recorded defects, indicating the vehicle is currently road‑worthy. The history shows a stable maintenance pattern, with a single failure recorded on 18 October 2023 that was rectified by the subsequent November test, suggesting any issue was promptly addressed. Across a 23‑year lifespan the car has accumulated 128,963 mi, averaging roughly 5,600 mi per year. Between the 25 October 2021 test (120,104 mi) and the 6 January 2025 test the mileage rose by just under 9,000 mi, confirming a consistently low annual run‑off. No large mileage jumps or unexplained gaps appear in the record, reinforcing the impression of light, regular use. Even though the MOT entries list no persistent faults, the un‑itemised failure in October 2023 hints at a potential concern that required retesting. A buyer should therefore examine the brake system for any signs of binding calipers or uneven disc wear, verify suspension components such as bushings and coil springs for corrosion or play, and inspect tyre tread depth and condition. A visual check for structural rust, particularly around wheel arches and chassis, will confirm the absence of hidden corrosion.

HN53 AGX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 06/01/2025
  • 128,963 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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HN53 AGX Mileage History

  1. 25/10/2021120,104 mi
  2. 17/10/2022123,378 mi+3,274 mi
  3. 18/10/2023126,317 mi+2,939 mi
  4. 10/11/2023126,368 mi+51 mi
  5. 06/01/2025128,963 mi+2,595 mi

Average of roughly 2,768 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

HN53 AGX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Oct 2026, 05:29
MOT Analysis

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

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Vauxhall Astra (HN53 AGX) between October 2021 and January 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 06 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 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: “Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))”.

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