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CW03 BKA

2003 Vauxhall Astra

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

120,355 mi
Last recorded120,355 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Astra74,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW03 BKA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 120,355 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 113,888 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 107,258 miles

coil spring corroded both front (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 101,571 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed under bonnet (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside rear tyre has cracking to inside sidewall

Pass 26 Sep 2014 95,988 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

complete exhaust system corroded

engine oil level low

Pass 23 Sep 2013 89,839 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front headlamp covers deteriorated

centre and rear exhaust sections corroded

Fail 23 Sep 2013 89,835 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

both front headlamp covers deteriorated

centre and rear exhaust sections corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2012 83,990 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 76,490 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 76,490 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 68,537 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 5 Jul 2010 68,537 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 May 2009 60,713 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 54,829 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 54,663 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

N/S/R Tyre wearing on inner edge

Rear Silencer in poor condition

Pass 19 Apr 2007 45,790 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 45,790 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 35,182 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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CW03 BKA is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 CW03 BKA, 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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CW03 BKA is a 2003 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 21 May 2003.

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