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FV53 ADX

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

114,629 mi
Last recorded114,629 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 ADX
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2015 114,629 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Feb 2015 114,629 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2014 113,374 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 108,088 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 101,674 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 94,260 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2010 94,152 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Dec 2009 82,838 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 74,617 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 74,617 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2007 67,900 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 64,130 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2006 64,130 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 63,471 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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FV53 ADX 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 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV53 ADX, 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 FV53 ADX registered?

FV53 ADX is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is FV53 ADX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV53 ADX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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