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BV03 KSJ

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

149,797 mi
Last recorded149,797 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2011
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV03 KSJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2011 149,797 miles

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

engine oil leak

oil light on but level at max

Pass 17 Nov 2010 124,235 miles

offside and nearside front tyres wearing very close to legal limit

rear exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Fail 17 Nov 2010 124,233 miles

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

offside and nearside front tyres wearing very close to legal limit

rear exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Pass 19 Jun 2009 92,525 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 92,524 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 81,419 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 79,111 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 59,546 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 59,546 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise low fuel lamp on

Pass 25 Apr 2006 42,445 miles

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

both front and rear number plates starting to seperate

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 KSJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 KSJ, 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 KSJ registered?

BV03 KSJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is BV03 KSJ safe to buy?

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