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BV03 HCH

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017
Pass 10 Jun 2016 70,470 miles

n/s/f tyre & n/s/r tyre is close to the limit

Pass 14 May 2015 60,344 miles

rear exhaust back box is corroded

Pass 22 May 2014 52,026 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 52,026 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 May 2013 44,142 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 May 2012 35,885 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 May 2011 29,164 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 22,354 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 18,592 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 15,675 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 11,680 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 8,727 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 HCH is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HCH, 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 BV03 HCH registered?

BV03 HCH is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is BV03 HCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV03 HCH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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