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BT52 FYH

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

123,255 mi
Last recorded123,255 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT52 FYH
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2012 123,255 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2011 110,623 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak

rear tyres distorted

Pass 15 Jun 2011 110,623 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak

rear tyres distorted

Pass 17 May 2010 103,560 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 103,497 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 95,264 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 95,264 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 88,924 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 79,565 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 71,966 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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BT52 FYH is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BT52 FYH, 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 BT52 FYH registered?

BT52 FYH is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 5 February 2003.

Is BT52 FYH safe to buy?

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