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BG53 VRX

2003 Vauxhall Astravan

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

180,471 mi
Last recorded180,471 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astravan108,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 VRX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstravan
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2012 180,471 miles

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Sill covers fitted

Fail 26 Oct 2012 180,428 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Sill covers fitted

Fail 27 Oct 2011 174,941 miles

Front brake discs slightly corroded

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2011 174,941 miles

Front brake discs slightly corroded

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 169,363 miles

Front pads getting low

Slightly smokey under acceleration

Pass 31 Jan 2009 156,049 miles

Nearside Rear 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 31 Jan 2008 117,680 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 87,104 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 84,652 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 84,542 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astravan?

Based on 679,643 MOT tests across 58,240 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
7,780
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
58,240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 35,295
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,913
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19,092
position lamp(s) not working 17,431
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,678
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BG53 VRX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Astravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 108,331 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astravan fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 35,295 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG53 VRX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astravan typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Vauxhall Astravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG53 VRX registered?

BG53 VRX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astravan, first registered on 5 November 2003.

Is BG53 VRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 VRX shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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