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Y666 GLD

2004 Vauxhall Frontera

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

107,819 mi
Last recorded107,819 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 Vauxhall Frontera70,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY666 GLD
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 107,819 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Vehicle under sealed at time of test

Fail 4 Sep 2019 107,800 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Car heavily under sealed

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 100,527 miles

Dash clocks only working when lights on.

Front brake discs worn/corroded.

Front registration plate damaged but readable.

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative.

Rear brake discs corroded.

Vehicle heavily undersealed.

Fail 6 Aug 2018 100,521 miles

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Multiple holes in chassis. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/70 R16. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function Both front have no dampening affect. (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Both rear suspension arms, front mounts to chassis leg incorrectly repaired. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Offside rear where suspension rod connects to frame. (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Dash clocks only work when the lights are on.

Front brake discs worn and corroded.

Front registration plate damaged but readable.

Offside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Pipes insecure at inner chassis leg. (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Number plate lamp inoperative.

Rear brake discs corroded.

Whole underside of vehicle undersealed and painted.

Pass 19 Jul 2017 98,182 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 48,305 miles

Fuel pipes corroded.

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

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

Rear cross member corroded.

Slight play in front hubs.

Slight wear in o/s/f steering tie rod.

Fail 2 Jun 2016 97,274 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from joining block to flex hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded from joining block to flex hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded at tie bar mounting point. (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Fuel pipes corroded.

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

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

Rear cross member corroded.

Slight play in front hubs.

Slight wear in o/s/f steering tie rod.

Pass 9 Jun 2015 95,965 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 95,943 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 May 2014 87,280 miles

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

O/S/R tyre cracking between tread.

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 80,783 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 80,780 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2012 79,525 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2012 79,517 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2011 75,222 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 75,212 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2010 69,827 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2010 69,818 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2009 64,110 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 64,110 miles

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

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

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

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

front and rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 22 Dec 2008 50,875 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 39,009 miles

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

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

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

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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Y666 GLD is a 2004 Vauxhall Frontera in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

Across all 2004 Vauxhall Frontera models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 70,116 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 Y666 GLD, 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 22 years old, this Vauxhall Frontera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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Y666 GLD is a 2004 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 5 March 2004.

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