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RX53 BXM

2003 Opel Astra

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,050 mi
Last recorded68,050 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Opel Astra70,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 BXM
MakeOpel
ModelAstra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 15 May 2017 68,050 miles

Rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 11 May 2016 63,881 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 59,899 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 May 2014 55,955 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 51,868 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 47,005 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 40,971 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 35,120 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 30,375 miles

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

rear reg plate slightly stained

Pass 7 May 2008 23,046 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 21,006 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 14,567 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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RX53 BXM is a 2003 Opel Astra in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RX53 BXM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX53 BXM registered?

RX53 BXM is a 2003 Opel Astra, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is RX53 BXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 BXM shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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