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BT03 RWX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

168,695 mi
Last recorded168,695 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 RWX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 168,695 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 May 2023 168,695 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded By fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 168,686 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Feb 2020 168,664 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected iner sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected nsr iner suspension (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both rear tyres perished

engine leaking water fast

front and rear brake pipes corroded

rear section of exhaust corroded

Pass 12 Dec 2016 162,153 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside mirror glass damaged

both headlamp lenses deteriorated

engine oil leaks

rear exhaust silencer corroded & one rear mount corroded & broken

Pass 7 Sep 2015 150,965 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 145,548 miles

BOTH Headlamps starting to go opaque.

Factory fitted Sill Covers.

Various small chips to Windscreen.

Pass 3 Oct 2013 137,048 miles

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

rear exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 8 Oct 2012 128,098 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 117,714 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 106,334 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2010 106,334 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2009 95,977 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 83,895 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 68,589 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 68,589 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 48,136 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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BT03 RWX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BT03 RWX, 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 BT03 RWX registered?

BT03 RWX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 9 June 2003.

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