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BN03 JGF

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

117,817 mi
Last recorded117,817 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2018 117,817 miles

outer sill covers fitted , possible corrosion n/s

Pass 29 Aug 2017 110,794 miles

sill covers fitted

Fail 29 Aug 2017 110,794 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

sill covers fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2016 109,356 miles

nearside [1of2 front to rear] brake pipe corroded

nearside rear [from load valve] brake pipe corroded

nearside rear and offside rear brake hose ferrules have corrosion

offside front anti-roll bar link ball joint has play

rear exhaust deteriorating ,but not leaking

Pass 21 Jul 2015 100,663 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 100,663 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 97,098 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 97,098 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 21 Jun 2013 88,152 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 88,152 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2012 81,238 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 81,238 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 76,242 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 71,399 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 71,399 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 62,593 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 62,591 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 48,443 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 48,443 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2007 40,246 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 29,980 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 JGF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JGF, 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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What year was BN03 JGF registered?

BN03 JGF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 4 March 2003.

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