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BF03 UJW

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

83,485 mi
Last recorded83,485 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2018 83,485 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 81,571 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 75,778 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 72,312 miles

Exhaust Box corroded.

Pass 10 Apr 2014 67,712 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 62,831 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 59,650 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

both front seatbelts slow to return

front gearbox mounting bush deteriorated

knock in steering

rear exhaust mount deteriorated

Pass 25 Mar 2011 57,917 miles

nearside front tyre low on tread.leaks from powersteering rack.play on both front top suspension mounts.

Pass 21 Apr 2010 50,579 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 41,602 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 41,602 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 35,347 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 28,717 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 28,717 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 20,373 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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BF03 UJW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 UJW, 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 BF03 UJW registered?

BF03 UJW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 26 March 2003.

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The MOT history for BF03 UJW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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