The road tax status for BV53 WWX is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for BV53 WWX?

The MOT for BV53 WWX is valid and due for renewal on or before 9 January 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of BV53 WWX?

The recorded mileage for BV53 WWX is 218,968 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BV53 WWX ULEZ compliant?

No, BV53 WWX does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · BV53 WWX

BV53 WWX

2003 Vauxhall Astra (1.7L, diesel). First registered 03 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 218,968 miles. MOT expired on 09 Jan 2026.

Make & Model: VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin: 2003 · Birmingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 09 Jan 2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 218,968 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.7L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2003

Engine

1686cc

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BV53 WWX Key Findings

27 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 10/01/2025
218,968 miles recorded at latest MOT
8 historical MOT failures
4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (37 mentions)

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BV53 WWX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Nov 2026, 14:39

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27 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Vauxhall Astra (BV53 WWX) between October 2006 and January 2025.

The record contains 19 passes and 8 failures.

The most recent test on 10 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (37 issues), Lighting (19 issues), Suspension (11 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (11 issues), Tyres (10 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 62 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Fuel system component leaking tank area (6.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”; “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”.

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BV53 WWX Mileage History

10/10/200676,475 mi
08/10/200782,045 mi+5,570 mi
20/10/200888,252 mi+6,207 mi
08/10/200992,351 mi+4,099 mi
21/10/2010101,701 mi+9,350 mi
22/10/2010101,749 mi+48 mi
20/10/2011109,924 mi+8,175 mi
03/01/2013120,335 mi+10,411 mi
03/01/2013120,335 mi
03/01/2014127,989 mi+7,654 mi
03/01/2014127,989 mi
22/12/2014136,265 mi+8,276 mi
24/12/2014136,275 mi+10 mi
22/12/2015144,533 mi+8,258 mi
22/12/2015144,533 mi
21/12/2016154,060 mi+9,527 mi
19/12/2017164,025 mi+9,965 mi
13/12/2018171,871 mi+7,846 mi
28/12/2018172,124 mi+253 mi
14/12/2019181,847 mi+9,723 mi
31/12/2020190,129 mi+8,282 mi
29/12/2021197,110 mi+6,981 mi
31/12/2021197,192 mi+82 mi
20/12/2022204,497 mi+7,305 mi
29/12/2023211,877 mi+7,380 mi
30/12/2024218,962 mi+7,085 mi
10/01/2025218,968 mi+6 mi

Average of roughly 7,806 miles per year across 27 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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