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BV53 GVE

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

168,464 mi
Last recorded168,464 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 168,464 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 155,656 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

movement in n/s/f strut top mount when jacked

n/s/r tyre wearing inner edge

outer sill covers fitted to vehicle

park brake has to be applied with very large force at lever to meet minimum efficiency criteria

Fail 11 Nov 2019 155,531 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

movement in n/s/f strut top mount when jacked

n/s/r tyre wearing inner edge

outer sill covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 14 Nov 2018 141,272 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavy wear inner edge of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

both headlamps misting

Fail 12 Nov 2018 141,252 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired return spring on compensator valve not working correctly (1.1.17 (a))

Brake pipe excessively corroded metal brake pipes at brake compensator severe corrosion - marked yellow - (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture both rear across axle metal brake pipes severe corrosion - marked yellow - (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavy wear inner edge of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

both headlamps misting

Pass 29 Nov 2017 123,425 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2017 123,339 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2016 104,590 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 85,730 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 72,673 miles

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

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

Plastic covers fitted to outer sills not allowing full inspection

Fail 12 Nov 2014 72,672 miles

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

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

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

Plastic covers fitted to outer sills not allowing full inspection

Pass 14 Nov 2013 68,133 miles

Front brake anti rattle springs are fitted incorectly

Pass 12 Nov 2012 63,639 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 57,690 miles

**** FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN / LIPPED ****

**** LEGAL MIN TYRE TREAD DEPTH LIMIT = 1.6MM ****

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2011 57,690 miles

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

**** LEGAL MIN TYRE TREAD DEPTH LIMIT = 1.6MM ****

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 49,984 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 49,984 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 41,917 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

rear tyres stepped

Pass 12 Nov 2008 34,173 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 25,845 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 17,574 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 GVE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GVE, 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 GVE registered?

BV53 GVE is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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