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BV53 FWO

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

10,486 mi
Last recorded10,486 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 FWO
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2018 10,486 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front macpherson upper top mount has slight play

Nearside Front tyre worn to markers

Offside Front macpherson upper top mount has slight play

Offside Front tyre worn to markers

slight engine oil leak

Pass 13 Oct 2017 93,693 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 78,635 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 66,516 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 65,770 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 61,840 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 61,840 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 57,386 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 57,383 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 49,374 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 42,189 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 36,059 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 28,035 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 20,750 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 13,658 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 FWO is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FWO, 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 BV53 FWO registered?

BV53 FWO is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is BV53 FWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 FWO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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