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BG03 UCM

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,565 mi
Last recorded76,565 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2015 76,565 miles

Middle and rear exhaust near rear deteriorated

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

Nearside front tyre low on outer edge

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

Fail 31 Jul 2015 76,549 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Middle and rear exhaust near rear deteriorated

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

Nearside front tyre low on outer edge

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 65,821 miles

n/s damage

Fail 1 Aug 2014 65,821 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

n/s damage

Pass 31 Jul 2013 55,877 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 51,351 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 46,735 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 40,967 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 39,082 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 35,155 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2007 35,153 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 30,877 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 UCM is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UCM, 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 UCM registered?

BG03 UCM is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 23 June 2003.

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