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BG03 TEJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,486 mi
Last recorded46,486 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 TEJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2017 46,486 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 45,504 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyres feathered ok at time of test (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view temporary repair mirror fitted ok at time of test (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre feathered on edges (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases scilencer (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 44,375 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 43,511 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 42,340 miles

rear exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Pass 12 Apr 2012 41,056 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 40,067 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 37,620 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 33,847 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 29,412 miles

Please note corrison showing to rear tail box outter case but not blowing as yet

Pass 11 Apr 2007 24,792 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 21,321 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 TEJ 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 100%.

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 TEJ, 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 TEJ registered?

BG03 TEJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is BG03 TEJ safe to buy?

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