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BD03 ZCV

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

104,436 mi
Last recorded104,436 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 ZCV
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2022 104,436 miles

Brake and suspension components have age related corrosion

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fuel tank support corroded

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2022 104,434 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake and suspension components have age related corrosion

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fuel tank support corroded

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 101,608 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body has age related corrosion

Pass 6 Mar 2020 96,676 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 92,406 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 92,406 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 89,224 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Fail 9 Mar 2018 89,224 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 85,590 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 8 Mar 2017 85,590 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Mar 2016 80,635 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 72,305 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 60,712 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 49,585 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 37,487 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 35,758 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 35,758 miles

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 5 May 2010 33,470 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 1 May 2009 29,951 miles

Advise front brake pads require checking

Advise sun strip fitted, not affecting view as very light tint

Front Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 26,645 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 23,291 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 23,285 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 May 2006 18,203 miles

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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BD03 ZCV is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 BD03 ZCV, 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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BD03 ZCV is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 9 May 2003.

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