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BV53 YRG

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,715 mi
Last recorded166,715 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 YRG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2017 166,715 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 161,522 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2016 161,522 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 154,868 miles

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

oil leak from engine

Fail 5 Oct 2015 154,868 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

oil leak from engine

Pass 30 Sep 2014 149,431 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2014 149,416 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 142,579 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 142,518 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front bumper insecure

Pass 12 Apr 2012 128,162 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 113,687 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 99,326 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 82,658 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 66,465 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 52,725 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 40,308 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 YRG is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YRG, 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 YRG registered?

BV53 YRG is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 22 October 2003.

Is BV53 YRG safe to buy?

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