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BN03 JFF

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

147,208 mi
Last recorded147,208 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN03 JFF
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2016 147,208 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Sep 2015 141,228 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s rusty faces (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

o/s front brake pad mounting clips insecure / fitted incorrect

oil leak

Fail 3 Sep 2015 141,220 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement temp cap fitted (7.2.4b)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill section at jacking point (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s rusty faces (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hub area (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hub area (3.6.B.2c)

Offside outer sill covers fitted / some structure hidden

o/s front brake pad mounting clips insecure / fitted incorrect

oil leak

Pass 29 Aug 2014 129,570 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Sep 2013 126,453 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 109,236 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s trackrod end has slight play

o/s trackrod end has slight play

Pass 21 Feb 2011 99,732 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 156,375 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 141,775 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 121,409 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 91,460 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 91,460 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 73,445 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 JFF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 JFF, 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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BN03 JFF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 6 March 2003.

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The MOT history for BN03 JFF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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