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BG53 VJZ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

94,246 mi
Last recorded94,246 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 VJZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2014 94,246 miles

front to rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode

o/s front tyre nearing the legal limit

rear exhaust box corroding

undertray fitted and slightly insecure

Fail 2 Dec 2014 94,209 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

front to rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode

o/s front tyre nearing the legal limit

rear exhaust box corroding

undertray fitted and slightly insecure

Fail 30 Nov 2013 88,964 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 88,964 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2012 80,581 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 75,840 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 75,836 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 70,988 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2010 94,344 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

age cracks nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Nov 2009 87,888 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

cut offside front tyre

Pass 29 Nov 2008 83,309 miles

body sill covers fitted

child seat fitted

n/s/r tyre close to limit

o/s/r tyre starting to go out of shape

Pass 15 Nov 2007 77,297 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 69,661 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edges

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 VJZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VJZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG53 VJZ registered?

BG53 VJZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is BG53 VJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 VJZ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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