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BG52 RZL

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,010 mi
Last recorded115,010 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2012
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 RZL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2012 115,010 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 114,216 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front anti-roll bar - slight play in nearside droplink

Pass 15 Dec 2010 114,216 miles

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

front anti-roll bar - slight play in nearside droplink

Pass 22 Oct 2009 99,665 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2009 99,665 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 7 May 2008 82,666 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 82,666 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 64,855 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 51,419 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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BG52 RZL is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG52 RZL, 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 BG52 RZL registered?

BG52 RZL is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 18 February 2003.

Is BG52 RZL safe to buy?

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