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BF03 UPE

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

62,332 mi
Last recorded62,332 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 UPE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2016 62,332 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 59,038 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 56,153 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 52,451 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 48,367 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 44,440 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 40,917 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 37,990 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 33,922 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 29,149 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 25,182 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 12 Jan 2006 25,182 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 UPE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 UPE, 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 UPE registered?

BF03 UPE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is BF03 UPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF03 UPE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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