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BV03 EPL

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,314 mi
Last recorded127,314 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 EPL
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2018 127,314 miles

N/s/r damper casing rotted

Pass 8 Feb 2017 120,524 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 117,174 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 111,361 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 104,788 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 98,390 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2012 98,390 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 97,325 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2010 85,857 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 75,733 miles

Brake pedal rubber slightly worn

Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Slight engine oil leak (sump)

Fail 21 Aug 2009 75,733 miles

Brake pedal rubber slightly worn

Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Slight engine oil leak (sump)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 64,861 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 64,854 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 51,244 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 39,265 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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BV03 EPL is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EPL, 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 EPL registered?

BV03 EPL is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is BV03 EPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 EPL shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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