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BD53 OTY

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

142,479 mi
Last recorded142,479 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 142,479 miles

Front Sub-frame and suspension components have slight corrosion

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

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)

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met

Vehicles exhaust emissions limits only just met

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

battery slightly insecure

Fail 19 Sep 2017 142,479 miles

Front Sub-frame and suspension components have slight corrosion

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

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)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake efficiency only just met

Vehicles exhaust emissions limits only just met

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

battery slightly insecure

Pass 15 Sep 2016 137,527 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp dipped beam image slightly deteriorated

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met

Wiper blades park cycle faulty, but can be stopped out of drivers view

battery slightly insecure

engine oil level high

Pass 14 Aug 2015 132,369 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 125,237 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust outer corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2013 113,859 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2012 101,267 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 87,860 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 87,860 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 77,135 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 66,729 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 55,521 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 55,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 44,920 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 32,264 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 31,283 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
Full Vauxhall Astra reliability report

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BD53 OTY is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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

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