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BN53 ZRF

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

91,689 mi
Last recorded91,689 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 91,689 miles

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

temporay fuel cap fitted

Fail 23 May 2017 91,689 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/50/16 (4.1.E.1)

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

temporay fuel cap fitted

Pass 16 May 2016 86,435 miles

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

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (1.4.A.2f)

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

temporay fuel cap fitted

Fail 16 May 2016 86,435 miles

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

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

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (1.4.A.2f)

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

temporay fuel cap fitted

Pass 20 May 2015 82,053 miles

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

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)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

both front tyres inner edge in poor condition

Fail 19 May 2015 46,584 miles

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

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

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)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

both front tyres inner edge in poor condition

Pass 14 May 2014 72,572 miles

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

front brake discs inner face slightly coroded

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 24 May 2013 65,395 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 May 2012 61,057 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2011 57,481 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 57,481 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 13 May 2010 54,414 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2010 54,414 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 48,725 miles

front engine mounting slight wear

Pass 20 May 2008 45,182 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 38,985 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 29,560 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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BN53 ZRF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 BN53 ZRF, 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 ZRF registered?

BN53 ZRF is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is BN53 ZRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 ZRF shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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