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BV03 HYU

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Lpg 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

214,987 mi
Last recorded214,987 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 HYU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2015 214,987 miles

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

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

corrosion to both rear wheel arches.

outer sills covered.

wipers do not auto park.

Fail 27 Apr 2015 214,987 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

corrosion to both rear wheel arches.

outer sills covered.

wipers do not auto park.

Pass 25 Apr 2014 205,832 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 205,832 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 195,696 miles

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 20 Apr 2012 186,550 miles

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

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

engine check light on,headlight deteriated offside,rear plate deteriated

Fail 20 Apr 2012 186,550 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

engine check light on,headlight deteriated offside,rear plate deteriated

Pass 29 Apr 2011 173,151 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2011 173,151 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 158,515 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 158,515 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 142,655 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 142,655 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 127,164 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 112,773 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 105,111 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 HYU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HYU, 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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BV03 HYU is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 20 March 2003.

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