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AO03 FFB

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

97,375 mi
Last recorded97,375 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 FFB
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 97,375 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2016 97,233 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 93,438 miles

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Fail 17 Jun 2014 87,956 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 87,956 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 84,578 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 80,973 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 76,728 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 69,221 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2010 69,167 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 62,089 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 58,236 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 47,480 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 37,189 miles

brake fluid low suspect brake pads becoming low

coolant level low suspect minor leak

near side front has minor play in wheel bearing

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Frontera?

Based on 474,664 MOT tests across 60,850 vehicles.

66.9%
Pass Rate
5,158
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
60,850
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 59,436
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,151
position lamp(s) not working 17,886
Stop lamp not working 16,074
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15,437
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AO03 FFB is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Frontera models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 73,327 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Frontera fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 59,436 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO03 FFB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Frontera typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Vauxhall Frontera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO03 FFB registered?

AO03 FFB is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is AO03 FFB safe to buy?

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