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BU52 GYP

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

86,372 mi
Last recorded86,372 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 GYP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 86,372 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Dec 2018 86,372 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 82,912 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 81,911 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 73,241 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded flexie brake hose to load valve (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

nearside rear tyre starting to crack and perish on outer wall

sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2015 70,229 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 66,233 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 66,233 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 62,554 miles

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

drivers seat belt slow to return

slight play in both front suspension top mounts

Pass 10 Dec 2012 58,305 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 54,034 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 50,703 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 47,857 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 44,661 miles

Cambelt due at 6yrs old

Oil leak from rear crank seal

Rear exhaust silencer sheild corroded and loose

Pass 7 Dec 2007 41,904 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 36,698 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 28,504 miles

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

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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BU52 GYP is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BU52 GYP, 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 BU52 GYP registered?

BU52 GYP is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is BU52 GYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 GYP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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