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BV03 KFP

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2024
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

66,906 mi
Last recorded66,906 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2023 66,906 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

front brake discs show signs of overheating

front brake discs show signs of overheating

Fail 15 Feb 2023 66,870 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

front brake discs show signs of overheating

front brake discs show signs of overheating

Pass 10 Feb 2022 63,458 miles

Exhaust in poor condition

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Feb 2022 63,458 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust in poor condition

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 61,076 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

plastic sill covers fitted making sill examination impossible

Fail 20 Jan 2021 61,006 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

plastic sill covers fitted making sill examination impossible

Pass 12 Feb 2020 58,705 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2020 58,654 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 15 Feb 2019 56,178 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

nearside rear tyre badly cracked

offside rear tyre outer sidewall badly scuffed

Pass 14 Feb 2018 51,939 miles

plastic sill covers fitted making sill examination impossible

rear tyres cracking through age

several brake pipes have surface corrosion

Pass 25 Jan 2017 46,162 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 41,304 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 9 Feb 2015 33,899 miles

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

nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape.

Pass 7 Feb 2014 25,097 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 21,556 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 21,261 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 20,695 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2010 19,462 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 17,193 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 14,912 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 12,424 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 10,019 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 9,454 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 KFP is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 KFP, 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 KFP registered?

BV03 KFP is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 11 March 2003.

Is BV03 KFP safe to buy?

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