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BG53 SVY

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

143,206 mi
Last recorded143,206 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 SVY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2013 143,206 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

brake pedal anti-slip rubber worn

n/s/f tyre slight damage to outter sidewall

Fail 18 Oct 2013 143,204 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Outer Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

brake pedal anti-slip rubber worn

engine management light on

engine misfire

n/s/f tyre slight damage to outter sidewall

Pass 19 Oct 2012 131,272 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2012 131,272 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2011 120,398 miles

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

clutch

temp' fuel cap fitted

Fail 26 Oct 2011 120,398 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

temp' fuel cap fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2010 110,661 miles

front brake pads are very badly worn

Pass 26 Oct 2009 97,501 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

blade split end

Pass 23 Oct 2008 85,161 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 15 Oct 2007 69,047 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 69,047 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2006 47,563 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 47,563 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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BG53 SVY is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 BG53 SVY, 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 BG53 SVY registered?

BG53 SVY is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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