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BV53 MSX

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Black Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

97,957 mi
Last recorded97,957 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 MSX
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2020 97,957 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 90,708 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 85,401 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2017 85,401 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 87,822 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

malfunction indicator lamp on

Fail 3 Feb 2017 83,758 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

malfunction indicator lamp on

Pass 4 Feb 2016 82,535 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both headlamps have poor beam image

Fail 4 Feb 2016 82,533 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both headlamps have poor beam image

Pass 16 Feb 2015 81,521 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 77,994 miles

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

nearside and offside front tyre worn on outer edges

Pass 22 Feb 2013 75,793 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 6 Oct 2011 70,312 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 65,559 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 65,552 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 62,699 miles

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o/s/f tyre low and wearing on inner edge

play in both front anti-roll bar end links

Pass 4 Oct 2008 58,708 miles

front engine mount worn

Pass 9 Oct 2007 51,624 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 44,046 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 MSX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MSX, 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 MSX registered?

BV53 MSX is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is BV53 MSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 MSX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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