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BG03 TBZ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Green Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

102,858 mi
Last recorded102,858 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 TBZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 102,858 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 102,858 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 90,606 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Sill covers fitted at time of test.

exhaust back box joint corroded.

Fail 28 Sep 2020 90,604 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Engine management light on

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Sill covers fitted at time of test.

exhaust back box joint corroded.

Pass 24 Jul 2019 79,552 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 79,552 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 70,578 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 62,685 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 56,364 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 49,085 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 44,703 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 40,955 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 37,465 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 33,332 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 29,677 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 25,773 miles

advise rear exhaust box outer heat shield casing corroded but secure and not blowing at present.

advise sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

advise slight deterioration on front and rear number plates

Pass 28 Apr 2008 22,617 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 18,152 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 13,513 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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BG03 TBZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Green with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 TBZ, 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 TBZ registered?

BG03 TBZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 29 April 2003.

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