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Opel Astra

White · Diesel · 2002 · 1,700 cc

BCW 5403MOT history

BCW 5403 is a white diesel Opel Astra first used on 1 Aug 2002. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 6 of 12 MOT tests, with 267,046 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
267,046 km
At MOT on 21 May 2021
MOT tests
12
6 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
BCW 5403
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Opel
Model
Astra
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,700 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Aug 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

BCW 5403 was last recorded at 267,046 km on 21 May 2021, 7,415 km more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
259,631 km · 4 Jun 2020
Between the last two tests
7,415 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 267,046 km
  • 2020 – 259,631 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

12 tests since 3 Jun 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    269812570057
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read14 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    661483852883
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively arm does not clear swept view only moves a small amount on screen (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively arm does not clear swept view only moves a small amount on screen (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    458610005018
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL BRAKE PIPES CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    387490930731
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL BRAKE PIPES CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    244904424944
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. FailMileage not read4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    237875864130
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. PassMileage not read12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    151751241724
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tailpipe missing

  8. FailMileage not read1 dangerous7 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    734545904199
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system caliper (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tailpipe missing

  9. Pass267,046 km
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    267,046 km
    Test number
    731887475321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail267,046 km (+7,415)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,046 km
    Test number
    262166305649
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass259,631 km1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    259,631 km
    Test number
    204438542307
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail259,631 miles7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,631 miles
    Test number
    502976158250
    • MajorFuel system component leaking under bonnet (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Questions about BCW 5403

What vehicle is registration BCW 5403 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show BCW 5403 on a white diesel Opel Astra first used on 1 Aug 2002. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does BCW 5403 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on BCW 5403 is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on BCW 5403?
The MOT on BCW 5403 is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has BCW 5403 done?
BCW 5403 was recorded at 267,046 km at its MOT on 21 May 2021.
Has BCW 5403 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. BCW 5403 has failed 6 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on BCW 5403 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on BCW 5403 find?
BCW 5403 passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive.

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