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BV53 LYX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

150,908 mi
Last recorded150,908 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 LYX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 150,908 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 149,560 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 146,133 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2023 146,131 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 141,302 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 141,302 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 136,941 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 132,397 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 127,092 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 120,842 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 120,842 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 115,164 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 108,937 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 102,095 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 94,265 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 94,265 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 86,112 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 77,140 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 77,140 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 67,961 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 59,093 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 50,011 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 41,950 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 33,899 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 26,080 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 LYX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LYX, 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 LYX registered?

BV53 LYX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is BV53 LYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 LYX shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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