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BD03 UOV

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,882 mi
Last recorded80,882 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 UOV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 80,882 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 17 Nov 2025 80,882 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 80,005 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front tyre cracked in tread

rear exhaust joint corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2023 78,773 miles

Exhaust system corroded (joints)

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (Lipped) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (o/s & n/s) (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Nov 2023 78,773 miles

Exhaust system corroded (joints)

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (Lipped) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (o/s & n/s) (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 77,915 miles

Nearside Front metal brake pipe showing signs of corrosion

Offside Front head lamp lens slighty discoulred

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 76,707 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 76,707 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 75,825 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 74,804 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear exhaust back box outer casing corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2018 73,160 miles

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both front top mounts have slight play.

rear exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Fail 2 Jul 2018 73,160 miles

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

both front top mounts have slight play.

rear exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2017 72,112 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 9 Jul 2016 70,540 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 68,234 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 66,155 miles

EXHAUST BACK BOX CORROADED

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

O/S/R TYRE WEARING UNEVEN ON INNER EDGE

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 55,987 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 45,325 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 35,116 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 23,586 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 17,695 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 13,759 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 9,041 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 6,284 miles

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 UOV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UOV, 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 UOV registered?

BD03 UOV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is BD03 UOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 UOV shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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