MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
143,206 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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
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
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)
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)
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
clutch
temp' fuel cap fitted
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
front brake pads are very badly worn
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
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is BG53 SVY safe to buy?
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