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BK03 OBV

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,992 mi
Last recorded91,992 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 OBV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2016 91,992 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 87,870 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 82,660 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 76,276 miles

slight play in offside front anti roll bar drop link

Fail 12 Feb 2013 76,276 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

slight play in offside front anti roll bar drop link

Pass 2 Feb 2012 69,040 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 61,745 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 55,468 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 46,992 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 46,992 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 39,885 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 31,246 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 28,593 miles

nearside rear tyre sidewall condition poor - possibly ran flat

Pass 28 Feb 2006 28,070 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 OBV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OBV, 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 OBV registered?

BK03 OBV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is BK03 OBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 OBV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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