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BD53 OTV

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

142,328 mi
Last recorded142,328 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2015 142,328 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

engine management light on

exhaust mounting rubber missing at the rear

front tyres wearing on inner edge

n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 7 Nov 2014 119,310 miles

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

Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

e.m.l 0n

Fail 7 Nov 2014 119,310 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

e.m.l 0n

Pass 25 Nov 2013 111,351 miles

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

Oil leak

eml on

Fail 15 Nov 2013 111,328 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Oil leak

eml on

Pass 23 Nov 2012 103,002 miles

rear silencer outer skin corroded thru

Fail 23 Nov 2012 102,998 miles

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

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

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

rear silencer outer skin corroded thru

Pass 28 Nov 2011 88,348 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 88,348 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 13 Nov 2010 75,080 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2009 59,981 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 50,008 miles

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

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

front brakes slight imbalance.

Pass 13 Nov 2007 41,832 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 31,436 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 OTV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OTV, 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 BD53 OTV registered?

BD53 OTV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is BD53 OTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 OTV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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