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BF53 YMX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

71,609 mi
Last recorded71,609 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 YMX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 71,609 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 68,682 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 62,099 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 53,501 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 47,404 miles

slight surface corrosion on front to rear metal brake pipes no leaks

slight surface corrosion on rear metal cross-over brake pipe no leaks

Pass 22 Jul 2014 42,483 miles

corner of n/s/f bumper end slightly insecure

Pass 9 Aug 2013 40,697 miles

n/s/f door mirror damaged

surface corrosion on brake pipes no signs of any leaks at time of test

Fail 8 Aug 2013 40,687 miles

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

n/s/f door mirror damaged

surface corrosion on brake pipes no signs of any leaks at time of test

Pass 9 Aug 2012 38,254 miles

rear exhaust silencer is in poor condition

Pass 11 Aug 2011 35,466 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 32,659 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 30,041 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 23,974 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 17,902 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 11,557 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 YMX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 YMX, 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 YMX registered?

BF53 YMX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is BF53 YMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 YMX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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