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BK03 LKL

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

199,032 mi
Last recorded199,032 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 LKL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2020 199,032 miles

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 189,945 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease not allowing full visual inspection (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 179,274 miles

all brake pipes grease not allowing full visual inspection of condition

Fail 5 Mar 2018 179,274 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

all brake pipes grease not allowing full visual inspection of condition

Pass 15 Mar 2017 172,356 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 172,356 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 166,583 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2016 166,583 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 159,493 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 150,470 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 140,168 miles

offside front tyre worn on edges

Fail 14 Mar 2012 133,244 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 133,244 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 121,587 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 109,442 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 93,865 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 82,846 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 72,937 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 62,721 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 LKL is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LKL, 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 LKL registered?

BK03 LKL is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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The MOT history for BK03 LKL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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