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BV53 FDX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

158,723 mi
Last recorded158,723 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 FDX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2015 158,723 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear silencer covers deteriated

Pass 28 Mar 2014 158,576 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 153,581 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

battery insecure

temporary seats fitted to the rear

Pass 18 Mar 2013 153,581 miles

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

battery insecure

temporary seats fitted to the rear

Pass 9 May 2012 150,720 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

rear silencer corroded

Pass 29 Mar 2011 146,338 miles

offside front brake binding

Fail 26 Mar 2011 146,331 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

offside front brake binding

Pass 22 Mar 2010 145,116 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2008 129,506 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 112,788 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2006 79,848 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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BV53 FDX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BV53 FDX, 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 BV53 FDX registered?

BV53 FDX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is BV53 FDX safe to buy?

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