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BG03 UFK

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

122,373 mi
Last recorded122,373 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 UFK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 122,373 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 115,901 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 110,990 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 108,140 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 104,398 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

part of N/S/F coil spring missing at the bottom

Pass 10 Aug 2011 100,321 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 100,321 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 97,705 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Aug 2010 97,705 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 93,267 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 83,989 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 79,874 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 28 Jun 2006 69,219 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 69,133 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 UFK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 UFK, 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 UFK registered?

BG03 UFK is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 24 June 2003.

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