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BV53 NME

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

60,562 mi
Last recorded60,562 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 NME
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Nov 2014 60,562 miles

EML ON !!

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 60,562 miles

EML ON !!

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 56,642 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 56,642 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 53,473 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 46,757 miles

oil filler cap missing

Pass 16 Sep 2010 39,835 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 33,260 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 26,737 miles

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 12 Sep 2007 20,984 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 15,113 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 NME is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Red with a 1,598cc petrol 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 NME, 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 NME registered?

BV53 NME is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is BV53 NME safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 NME shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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