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BF03 LTX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2022
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

129,752 mi
Last recorded129,752 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 LTX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2021 129,752 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 123,136 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 123,133 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material osr / nsr (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 120,090 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

cant see front pads for depth

Fail 3 Apr 2019 120,063 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe into cylinder inc flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

cant see front pads for depth

Pass 18 Apr 2018 119,511 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 118,971 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front and rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 117,696 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 112,996 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 103,560 miles

All rear brake pipes corroded slightly

Both front brake pipes very corroded

Play in ball joints on both front anti roll bar linkages

Pass 13 Mar 2013 91,577 miles

Both front brake pipes corroded

Play in ball joints on offside front anbti roll bar linkage

Pass 12 Mar 2012 80,844 miles

EXHAUST FRONT SECTION / INC FLEXI SECTION BECOMING CORRODED

NAILS IN BOTH REAR TYRES

Fail 12 Mar 2012 80,838 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

EXHAUST FRONT SECTION / INC FLEXI SECTION BECOMING CORRODED

NAILS IN BOTH REAR TYRES

Pass 29 Mar 2011 71,267 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 29 Mar 2011 71,267 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 66,699 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 61,423 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 55,588 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 50,340 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 45,607 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 39,325 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 May 2006 39,325 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BF03 LTX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 BF03 LTX, 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 BF03 LTX registered?

BF03 LTX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 4 July 2003.

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