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BK53 VKH

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

29,933 mi
Last recorded29,933 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 29,933 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2024 28,418 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 27,599 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 27,421 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 26,530 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 25,583 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 24,668 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Dec 2018 23,912 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2018 23,912 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2017 23,018 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 22,210 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 20 Dec 2016 22,210 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Dec 2015 21,400 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 20,480 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 20,480 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 19,541 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 18,670 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 17,524 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 15,792 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 14,128 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 12,174 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 9,872 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 7,861 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 VKH is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 VKH, 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 VKH registered?

BK53 VKH is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is BK53 VKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK53 VKH shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK53 VKH have outstanding finance?

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