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BK03 LVX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

175,055 mi
Last recorded175,055 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 175,055 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2026 175,055 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2025 170,702 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 166,783 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2023 162,032 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 157,781 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 154,636 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 154,636 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 150,474 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 145,077 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 138,525 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 131,828 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 124,517 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 124,517 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2015
Pass 19 Jun 2014

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

rear exhaust box rusty

Pass 18 Jun 2013 108,471 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 104,128 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear silencer deteriorating.

Pass 1 Jun 2012 104,128 miles

Rear silencer deteriorating.

Pass 21 Jun 2011 100,472 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 96,632 miles

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

front brake disc,s slightly pitted.

Pass 9 May 2009 93,014 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 90,862 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 79,530 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 69,255 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 LVX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 LVX, 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

How do I check the history of BK03 LVX?

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What year was BK03 LVX registered?

BK03 LVX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is BK03 LVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 LVX shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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