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BN53 EMV

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

179,679 mi
Last recorded179,679 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 EMV
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 179,679 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both Sides inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under Try fitted

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 20 Apr 2018 179,679 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both Sides inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under Try fitted

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 166,020 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both front (2.5.A.1c)

oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2016 152,099 miles

Nearside Front has nail in it

Rear exhaust box coroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 22 Apr 2016 152,097 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear exhaust box coroded

Nearside Front has nail in it

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 15 Apr 2015 136,399 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

rear exhuast box slightly coroded

Pass 15 Apr 2015 136,399 miles

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

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

rear exhuast box slightly coroded

Pass 9 Apr 2014 119,304 miles

rear exhaust box coroded

Fail 9 Apr 2014 119,304 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

rear exhaust box coroded

Pass 3 Apr 2013 102,229 miles

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

offside front tyre wearing out from inner edge

Pass 30 Mar 2012 95,309 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 84,444 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 84,444 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 73,061 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 64,835 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 58,085 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 58,085 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Pass 14 May 2007 52,250 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 49,609 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 49,609 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)

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

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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BN53 EMV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 BN53 EMV, 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 BN53 EMV registered?

BN53 EMV is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is BN53 EMV safe to buy?

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