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BN53 FDG

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,693 mi
Last recorded74,693 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 FDG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2017 74,693 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)

Fail 8 Feb 2017 74,693 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 66,340 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 62,294 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 52,054 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jan 2013 44,691 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 40,390 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 35,616 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 30,954 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 30,954 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

exhaust back boxx outer skin corroding

noise from offside front brake

Pass 12 Feb 2009 24,699 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2009 24,699 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2008 19,646 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 11,488 miles

Rear exhaust box corroding.

Pass 20 Jul 2006 10,562 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 10,562 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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 FDG 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 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 BN53 FDG, 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

How do I check the history of BN53 FDG?

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What year was BN53 FDG registered?

BN53 FDG is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is BN53 FDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 FDG shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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