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BW03 LTT

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

75,799 mi
Last recorded75,799 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 LTT
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2013 75,799 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front wiper blades split at ends (still clears screen)

engine oil level low

exhaust heat shield loose

note. metal brake pipes coated with grease

rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

rear wiper blade worn/split

Fail 6 Nov 2013 75,789 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front wiper blades split at ends (still clears screen)

engine oil level low

exhaust heat shield loose

note. metal brake pipes coated with grease

rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

rear wiper blade worn/split

Pass 1 Nov 2012 67,639 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 65,193 miles

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

n/s headlamp damp inside

Fail 1 Nov 2011 65,193 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

n/s headlamp damp inside

Pass 5 Nov 2010 62,533 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 62,530 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 53,645 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 44,014 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 33,380 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 24,069 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 21,190 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 21,190 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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BW03 LTT is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BW03 LTT, 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 BW03 LTT registered?

BW03 LTT is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 9 August 2003.

Is BW03 LTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 LTT shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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