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YL53 LFP

2004 Vauxhall Frontera

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

130,034 mi
Last recorded130,034 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 Vauxhall Frontera70,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL53 LFP
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2020 130,034 miles

underside of vehicle is covered in surface rust

Pass 17 May 2018 127,610 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

vehicle chassis corroded underneath

Fail 4 May 2018 127,515 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Emissions not tested insufficient engine oil (7.4.B.1)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/70/16 (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front tyre has uneven wear on edges

Offside Front tyre perished

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear tyre has uneven wear on edges

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

coil spring corroded both rear springs (2.4.C.1b)

vehicle has corrosion to under side

Pass 9 May 2017 123,702 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

front antiroll bar close to offside front shock absorber

front brake discs corroded

Fail 9 May 2017 123,702 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front antiroll bar close to offside front shock absorber

front brake discs corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2016 122,024 miles

Front Shokers low damping action both sides

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

Rear Shokers low damping action both sides

Steel fuel pipes corroded near fuel filter

Underbody corrosion in places

Fail 16 Mar 2016 121,815 miles

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

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

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

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 112,259 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 93,783 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 90,382 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 83,675 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 75,393 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 63,261 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 50,812 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 36,533 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 28,704 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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YL53 LFP is a 2004 Vauxhall Frontera in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 YL53 LFP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YL53 LFP registered?

YL53 LFP is a 2004 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 26 January 2004.

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The MOT history for YL53 LFP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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