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BF53 DFV

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Lpg 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

95,998 mi
Last recorded95,998 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 DFV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 95,998 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear shocks are slightly rusty (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 86,101 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside rear outer wheel arch corroded

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 78,729 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 78,345 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2016 78,345 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 73,267 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 73,266 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 65,955 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 59,203 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 53,980 miles

Exhaust backbox outer skin corroded(not blowing).

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear exhaust joint corroded.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 Sep 2012 53,978 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Exhaust backbox outer skin corroded(not blowing).

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge.

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear exhaust joint corroded.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 48,404 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 39,657 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 39,653 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 34,133 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 28,536 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 28,536 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 21,973 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2006 14,938 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
Full Vauxhall Astra reliability report

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BF53 DFV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BF53 DFV, 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 BF53 DFV registered?

BF53 DFV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is BF53 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 DFV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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