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BV03 CWP

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

22,499 mi
Last recorded22,499 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 CWP
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 22,499 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 22,481 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2024 22,435 miles

Rear exhaust back-box outer skin deteriorated

Pass 14 Feb 2023 22,377 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 22,304 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 22,134 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 21,970 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 21,811 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 21,603 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 21,364 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 21,120 miles

Nearside Front tyre has minor damage present on outer sidewall

Pass 10 Mar 2015 20,862 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 20,666 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 20,433 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 20,130 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 19,855 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 19,642 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 19,424 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 19,056 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 18,532 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 16,839 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 16,839 miles

Offside Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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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BV03 CWP is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 BV03 CWP, 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 BV03 CWP registered?

BV03 CWP is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is BV03 CWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 CWP shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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