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BD03 VFT

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Lpg 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

101,234 mi
Last recorded101,234 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 VFT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2016 101,234 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment o/s n/s (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s n/s (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s n/s (4.1.E.1)

service brake efficiency only just met, it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 19 Feb 2015 98,796 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Aug 2013 94,680 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 90,964 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 87,330 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 May 2010 76,122 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 62,030 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 61,931 miles

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

front brakes worn low

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 28 May 2008 52,492 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 41,489 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 321,133 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)

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 VFT is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VFT, 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 BD03 VFT registered?

BD03 VFT is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is BD03 VFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 VFT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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