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BF53 UVU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,342 mi
Last recorded94,342 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 UVU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2016 94,342 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 87,254 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 87,254 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Both front tyres wearing on inner tread edges

Pass 14 Apr 2014 79,575 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 69,019 miles

Nearside front tyre worm on inner edge

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Apr 2012 59,138 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 49,333 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Screw in nearside rear tyre.

Pass 4 May 2010 45,154 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 2 May 2009 39,673 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

near side rear tyre perished

Pass 12 May 2008 33,890 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Jun 2007 29,271 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jun 2006 24,087 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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BF53 UVU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver 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 BF53 UVU, 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 UVU registered?

BF53 UVU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BF53 UVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 UVU 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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