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FV03 DLK

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Silver Diesel 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,846 mi
Last recorded154,846 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 DLK
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 154,846 miles

corrosion to underside

undersealed

Fail 25 Jun 2019 154,825 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

General underside corrosion in and around prescribed areas

Nearside Front Cab steps insecure (6.2.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front cab step is badly corroded

Nearside Rear outersill corroded & holed but not within any prescribed areas

Pass 21 Jun 2018 71,622 miles

Nearside Rear outer sill weak

Nearside lower door step corroded and insercure

fuel filter damp but no leaks

Fail 15 Jun 2018 71,606 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear outer sill weak

Nearside lower door step corroded and insercure

fuel filter damp but no leaks

Pass 20 Jun 2017 70,764 miles

abs light intermitent

Fail 15 Jun 2017 70,763 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2016

Brake pipes greased not allowing full inspection

Fail 17 Jun 2016 69,830 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

Brake pipes greased not allowing full inspection

Pass 9 Jun 2015

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 63,808 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres showing wear on there edges

Pass 3 Jun 2013 52,803 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 51,842 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 47,956 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 44,365 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 40,124 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 37,488 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 May 2008 30,456 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 30,456 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2007 23,183 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 May 2006 18,942 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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FV03 DLK is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Silver with a 2,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV03 DLK, 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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FV03 DLK is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 15 May 2003.

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