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BD03 FZX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

77,598 mi
Last recorded77,598 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 FZX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 77,598 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2026 77,598 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2025 76,834 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TOP MOUNT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TOP MOUNT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 75,896 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 74,976 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 73,950 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 72,914 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2021 72,914 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2020 72,099 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 71,219 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 70,098 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 68,611 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 66,957 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 65,783 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 64,986 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 64,602 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 64,124 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front wipers smearing slightly

Pass 18 Apr 2012 64,124 miles

front wipers smearing slightly

Pass 18 Apr 2011 63,332 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 62,937 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 62,389 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 61,682 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 60,791 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 60,391 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 55,957 miles

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

centre and rear silencers corroded

Fail 10 May 2006 55,957 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

centre and rear silencers corroded

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 FZX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BD03 FZX, 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 FZX registered?

BD03 FZX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 14 May 2003.

Is BD03 FZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 FZX shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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