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BP52 DSY

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

153,842 mi
Last recorded153,842 miles
Recorded on19 May 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP52 DSY
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2020 153,842 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 May 2020 153,842 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 147,380 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 143,026 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small hole in silencer (7.1.2)

Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2016
Pass 12 Jun 2015 134,037 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 130,684 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 125,944 miles

O/S/F Wheel bearing has slight noise.

Pass 9 Jun 2012 120,177 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 103,058 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 87,407 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 76,741 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 66,086 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 57,180 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 47,030 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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BP52 DSY is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BP52 DSY, 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 BP52 DSY registered?

BP52 DSY is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 26 February 2003.

Is BP52 DSY safe to buy?

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