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BK03 JVD

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

56,159 mi
Last recorded56,159 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 56,159 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive mount behind front shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive mount behind front shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Apr 2026 56,159 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive mount behind front shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive mount behind front shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 49,588 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive mount behind front shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive mount behind front shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2025 49,588 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive mount behind front shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive mount behind front shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 44,218 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2024 44,218 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 38,675 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking/perishing 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

reversing lamp not working

Pass 27 Apr 2022 32,017 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 23,662 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 23,654 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 23,609 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 22,460 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 22,460 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 21,096 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 19,746 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2015 19,746 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 18,396 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 18,396 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 16,829 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 15,350 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 13,880 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 12,182 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 11,031 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 9,574 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 7,787 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 5,961 miles

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 JVD is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 JVD, 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 JVD registered?

BK03 JVD is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is BK03 JVD safe to buy?

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