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BT52 JXW

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,576 mi
Last recorded49,576 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT52 JXW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2015 49,576 miles

nearside rear tyre low/perished.

offside rear tyre perished.

Fail 20 Mar 2015 49,576 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside rear tyre low/perished.

offside rear tyre perished.

Pass 15 Mar 2014 41,191 miles

nearside front tyre low/worn on edges.

offside beam image getting poor.

offside tyre low/worn on inner.

rear tyres perished.

Pass 29 Mar 2013 31,720 miles

both rear tyres cracked on outer sidewalls

corrosion to rear exhaust

engine management light on

Pass 7 Feb 2012 25,471 miles

3 led bulbs not working in high level brake light

Pass 22 Feb 2011 22,483 miles

Centre Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Fail 22 Feb 2011 22,483 miles

Centre Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 20,209 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 17,232 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 17,232 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2008 14,285 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 14,285 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 11,352 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 8,609 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 JXW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BT52 JXW, 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 JXW registered?

BT52 JXW is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 22 February 2003.

Is BT52 JXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT52 JXW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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