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BF52 WCD

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Lpg 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

124,112 mi
Last recorded124,112 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF52 WCD
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2013 124,112 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT IS ON.

Fail 13 Nov 2013 124,112 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT IS ON.

Pass 7 Nov 2012 93,886 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

Fail 7 Nov 2012 93,886 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 78,509 miles

Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 64,819 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 55,906 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 51,794 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 51,794 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 May 2008 48,445 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 38,337 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 38,337 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 25,682 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 25,672 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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BF52 WCD is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BF52 WCD, 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 BF52 WCD registered?

BF52 WCD is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 28 January 2003.

Is BF52 WCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF52 WCD shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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