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DE03 GVL

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

144,751 mi
Last recorded144,751 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 GVL
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2015 144,751 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 138,006 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

OFFSIDE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER LOWER SLIDER WORN

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 129,732 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 129,732 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 123,311 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 115,810 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 115,810 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 106,443 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 97,426 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 88,489 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 70,105 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 52,062 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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DE03 GVL is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DE03 GVL, 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 DE03 GVL registered?

DE03 GVL is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is DE03 GVL safe to buy?

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