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BG03 RJJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

67,478 mi
Last recorded67,478 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 RJJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 67,478 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 65,445 miles

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

exhaust corroding

Pass 22 Oct 2015 61,525 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

exhaust corroding

Pass 29 Oct 2014 58,006 miles

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

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 54,402 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 52,236 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2012 52,224 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 48,729 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 43,545 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 36,977 miles

BOTH SIDES REAR TYRES CRACKING WITH AGE

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 33,004 miles

MIDDLE AND REAR EXHAUST SECTIONS CORRODING WITH AGE

Pass 22 Oct 2007 29,935 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 25,538 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 21,250 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 21,250 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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BG03 RJJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BG03 RJJ, 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 BG03 RJJ registered?

BG03 RJJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is BG03 RJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 RJJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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