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AX52 BOV

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,446 mi
Last recorded117,446 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX52 BOV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2016 117,446 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 104,398 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 100,633 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 100,632 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 94,381 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 94,381 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 88,543 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 80,620 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 73,556 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 73,556 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 66,648 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2008 59,111 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 51,077 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2006 42,101 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 39,702 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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AX52 BOV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 74,512 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX52 BOV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX52 BOV registered?

AX52 BOV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 19 February 2003.

Is AX52 BOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX52 BOV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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