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BT03 VCM

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Red Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,437 mi
Last recorded87,437 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2011
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 VCM
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2011 87,437 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 80,267 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 74,116 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 67,382 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 67,382 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 61,398 miles

advise front and rear discs corroded slightly

Pass 13 Jun 2006 53,458 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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BT03 VCM is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Red with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BT03 VCM, 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 BT03 VCM registered?

BT03 VCM is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 14 June 2003.

Is BT03 VCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT03 VCM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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