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BD53 NSO

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

77,600 mi
Last recorded77,600 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 NSO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 77,600 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside brake pipes (front to rear x2 covered with grease/oil)

offside/nearside front brake pipes covered with grease(under wheel arch)

wiper marks on windsreen

Pass 8 Jun 2016 74,269 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joints (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

both rear tyres showing cracks on tread

brake pedal rubber worn (anti-slip)

nearside brake pipes (front to rear x2 covered with grease/oil)

offside/nearside front brake pipes covered with grease(under wheel arch)

wiper marks on windsreen

Fail 6 Jun 2016 74,258 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joints (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

both rear tyres showing cracks on tread

brake pedal rubber worn (anti-slip)

nearside brake pipes (front to rear x2 covered with grease/oil)

offside/nearside front brake pipes covered with grease(under wheel arch)

wiper marks on windsreen

Pass 2 Jun 2015 70,426 miles

Both headlamps slightly discoloured

Minor power steering fluid leak

Pass 13 May 2014 65,905 miles

Slight powersteering fluid leak

Fail 13 May 2014 65,905 miles

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

Slight powersteering fluid leak

Pass 11 Jun 2013 65,122 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 56,792 miles

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

n/s/f tyre has minor cuts to inner sidewall

Pass 11 Nov 2010 47,519 miles

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

n/s front tyre has minor cuts to inner side wall

Pass 25 Nov 2009 43,677 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 38,864 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 38,864 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 33,179 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 33,179 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

n/s/r tyre 2mm

Pass 24 Nov 2006 26,050 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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BD53 NSO 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 73.3%.

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 BD53 NSO, 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 BD53 NSO registered?

BD53 NSO is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is BD53 NSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 NSO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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