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BK53 URX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

83,967 mi
Last recorded83,967 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 URX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 83,967 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2025 83,124 miles

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 81,898 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 80,874 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 78,840 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 75,980 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 75,154 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top Strut Mounts have a Slight Play (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top Strut Mounts have a Slight Play (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 73,950 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 73,938 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 73,410 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 72,670 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres old and cracking (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 69,640 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very rusty and weak (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Aug 2016 69,640 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very rusty and weak (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 66,947 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 63,744 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 61,067 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 57,928 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 55,143 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 50,974 miles

rear exhaust box corroded...

Pass 4 Jul 2009 42,366 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 31,222 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 19,140 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 11,734 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 URX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 URX, 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 URX registered?

BK53 URX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is BK53 URX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK53 URX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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