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BK03 JTZ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

86,281 mi
Last recorded86,281 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 JTZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2019 86,281 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 82,444 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock top mount slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock top mount slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight blow on exhaust system back box

Pass 22 Nov 2017 78,821 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 Nov 2017 78,821 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 74,521 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 4 Nov 2016 74,521 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 70,635 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Nov 2015 70,635 miles

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 66,896 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2014 66,896 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2013 60,866 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 54,917 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Nov 2012 54,917 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 48,247 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 48,247 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 41,053 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 33,347 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 31,372 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 May 2008 25,522 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 19,505 miles

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

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

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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BK03 JTZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BK03 JTZ, 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 BK03 JTZ registered?

BK03 JTZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is BK03 JTZ safe to buy?

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