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BV03 ECX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

101,528 mi
Last recorded101,528 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 ECX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 101,528 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside front tyre on legal limit of 1.6mm

offside rear tyre perished

wiper blades split

Pass 12 Mar 2016 95,312 miles

Nearside Rear brake slight bind

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

lower gearbox mount defective

Pass 25 Oct 2013 88,934 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 79,042 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 70,903 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 63,399 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Oct 2009 57,791 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 57,791 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 48,996 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 40,896 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 40,896 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 37,443 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 37,443 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2006 35,010 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear 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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BV03 ECX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 ECX, 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 ECX registered?

BV03 ECX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is BV03 ECX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 ECX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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