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BN03 BGF

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

141,028 mi
Last recorded141,028 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 BGF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 141,028 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 126,456 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 114,915 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 101,472 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber slightly corroed

Pass 7 May 2015 89,182 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 79,349 miles

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

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

both front and offside rear tyres perishing in treads

Fail 3 Apr 2014 79,310 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

both front and offside rear tyres perishing in treads

wiper blades split

Fail 12 Apr 2013 75,066 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 75,066 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 71,788 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 67,382 miles

Offside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 10 May 2010 62,621 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 56,668 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 51,876 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 47,515 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 40,090 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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BN03 BGF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BN03 BGF, 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 BN03 BGF registered?

BN03 BGF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is BN03 BGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN03 BGF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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