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BL52 ZYZ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

174,051 mi
Last recorded174,051 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL52 ZYZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 174,051 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 174,049 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc Outer (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 166,184 miles

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

Plastic outer sill covers fitted.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 161,511 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

wipers do not always park in proper position. May need new motor

Pass 10 Jan 2014 153,494 miles

rear silencer box deteriated but not blowing

Fail 10 Jan 2014 153,494 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

rear silencer box deteriated but not blowing

Pass 14 Jan 2013 149,517 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 144,274 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 138,248 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

nearside rear tyre cracking plus perishing on side wall no cords visible

Pass 12 Jan 2010 132,489 miles

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

nearside rear tyre perishing on side wall no cords visible

Pass 9 Jan 2009 121,793 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 113,966 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 97,061 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 97,061 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jan 2006 80,061 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2006 80,061 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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BL52 ZYZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BL52 ZYZ, 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.

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BL52 ZYZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 27 February 2003.

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