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BD53 VXR

2003 Vauxhall Agila

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

49,854 mi
Last recorded49,854 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Agila50,843 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 VXR
MakeVauxhall
ModelAgila
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 49,854 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2025 49,854 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 44,952 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Unit (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2024 44,952 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Unit (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 35,378 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Oct 2023 35,378 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 26,076 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 26,074 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2021 23,641 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 22,433 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 21,811 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 20,869 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 20,869 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2017 18,087 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 16,839 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 15,600 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 14,355 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 12,998 miles

o/s/r and n/s/r tyres spilts in treads

Fail 13 Nov 2013 12,997 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)

o/s/r and n/s/r tyres spilts in treads

Pass 13 Nov 2012 12,201 miles

all 4 tyres deteriating advise

Pass 14 Nov 2011 11,163 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 10,377 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 9,499 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 8,113 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 6,924 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 5,488 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Agila?

Based on 1,052,565 MOT tests across 66,496 vehicles.

76.4%
Pass Rate
3,897
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
66,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,050
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,022
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,046
coil spring broken 8,358
position lamp(s) not working 7,416
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BD53 VXR is a 2003 Vauxhall Agila in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Agila models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 50,843 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Agila fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,050 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD53 VXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Agila typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Vauxhall Agila is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD53 VXR registered?

BD53 VXR is a 2003 Vauxhall Agila, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is BD53 VXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 VXR shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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