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BK53 LFH

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

43,150 mi
Last recorded43,150 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 LFH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 43,150 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 43,150 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 40,162 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 37,949 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 34,972 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 32,624 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 29,378 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 27,173 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 23,945 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 21,962 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 19,823 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 15,294 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 12,167 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 9,876 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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BK53 LFH is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BK53 LFH, 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 BK53 LFH registered?

BK53 LFH is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is BK53 LFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK53 LFH shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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