2003 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · BJ53 VHG
2003 Vauxhall Astra (1.7L, diesel). First registered 27 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 122,950 miles. MOT expired on 26 Jan 2025.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Jan 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,950 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BJ53 VHG Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 29/01/2025
- 122,950 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BJ53 VHG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Vauxhall Astra (BJ53 VHG) between January 2022 and January 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 29 January 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
BJ53 VHG Mileage History
- 24/01/2022117,504 mi
- 23/01/2023119,565 mi+2,061 mi
- 27/01/2024121,264 mi+1,699 mi
- 29/01/2025122,950 mi+1,686 mi
Average of roughly 1,807 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Astra G
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Rear Axle Beam and Sill CorrosionSerious
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- ECU and Wiring Water-Ingress FaultsModerate
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- ABS Sensor and Module FaultsModerate
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