2003 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · RF53 ODN
2003 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 74,982 miles. MOT expired on 17 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,982 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RF53 ODN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2025
- 74,982 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RF53 ODN MOT History
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 (RF53 ODN) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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: “Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”.
RF53 ODN Mileage History
- 09/10/202371,323 mi
- 18/10/202493,350 mi+22,027 mi
- 18/10/202473,351 mi-19,999 mi
- 07/10/202574,980 mi+1,629 mi
- 07/10/202574,982 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 1,833 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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.
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