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BD03 FYJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

110,935 mi
Last recorded110,935 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 FYJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2016 110,935 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 100,342 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust corroded

Fail 17 Jun 2015 100,324 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust corroded

Pass 9 Jun 2014 95,186 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 95,185 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 88,410 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 82,783 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 82,783 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 76,576 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 68,662 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 62,138 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 62,138 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 55,061 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 55,061 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 May 2007 47,002 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 41,322 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 39,628 miles

nail in tyre

Fail 11 Apr 2006 39,628 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

nail in tyre

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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BD03 FYJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD03 FYJ, 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.

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What year was BD03 FYJ registered?

BD03 FYJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is BD03 FYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 FYJ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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