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RN52 BVK

2003 Opel Astra

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

47,956 mi
Last recorded47,956 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Opel Astra70,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN52 BVK
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 47,956 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Dec 2020 47,865 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 37,486 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 29,123 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 28,732 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2017 28,030 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 28,029 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 27,253 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has damaged sidewall

Rear Exhaust deteriorated

Fail 8 Feb 2016 27,252 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear tyre has damaged sidewall

Rear Exhaust deteriorated

Pass 26 Jan 2015 26,395 miles

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

nearside rear tyre has slight deterioration on sidewall

Pass 27 Jan 2014 25,401 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2013 24,127 miles

nearside front tyre slightly worn outer edge

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 14 Feb 2012 22,971 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

play found nearside track rod

rear exhaust deteriorated

slight damage nearside rear tyre sidewall

Pass 16 Feb 2011 21,640 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 19,013 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 16,487 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 13,676 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 10,458 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 7,607 miles

How Reliable is the Opel Astra?

Based on 26,435 MOT tests across 2,496 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
5,852
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,737
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,212
position lamp(s) not working 748
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 621
Stop lamp not working 589
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RN52 BVK is a 2003 Opel Astra in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2003 Opel Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 70,011 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Opel Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,737 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RN52 BVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Opel Astra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RN52 BVK registered?

RN52 BVK is a 2003 Opel Astra, first registered on 20 February 2003.

Is RN52 BVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN52 BVK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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