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BD53 NTE

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

209,514 mi
Last recorded209,514 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 NTE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 209,514 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

engine check light on

sill covers fitted

slight dampness on bottom of fuel tank but no apparent leaks

slight discoloration of front headlights

slight play n/s/f rack end

Pass 20 Jun 2016 185,736 miles

Front wipers dont park in correct possition

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside headlamp brackets broken

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

chip in windscreen

ecu light on

fuel tank damp

indicators dont cancel

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 16 Jun 2016 185,728 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front wipers dont park in correct possition

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Nearside headlamp brackets broken

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

chip in windscreen

ecu light on

fuel tank damp

indicators dont cancel

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2015 160,318 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 10 Jan 2015 160,318 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 151,606 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 151,455 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 10 Jan 2013 144,707 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

slight play in n/s steering rack inner joint

Pass 10 Jan 2013 144,707 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slight play in n/s steering rack inner joint

Pass 13 Jan 2012 138,759 miles

slight play in n/s steering rack inner ball joint

Fail 13 Jan 2012 138,759 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight play in n/s steering rack inner ball joint

Pass 11 Jan 2011 131,760 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Jan 2011 131,760 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 124,622 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 122,720 miles

Chips on screen

Condition of wiper blades

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

Handbrake performance

Pass 15 Jan 2008 121,242 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 119,813 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 NTE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 BD53 NTE, 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 NTE registered?

BD53 NTE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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