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A20 PNP

2003 Vauxhall Zafira

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2017
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

117,334 mi
Last recorded117,334 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Zafira78,904 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 PNP
MakeVauxhall
ModelZafira
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2016 117,334 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 108,260 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 108,063 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer excessively corroded filled obvious holes but exhaust still leaking (7.1.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/65/15 both front (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Oct 2015 107,922 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer excessively corroded filled obvious holes but exhaust still leaking (7.1.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/65/15 both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 106,591 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 104,332 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2013 104,332 miles

Nearside 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 27 Nov 2012 99,443 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

cuts in nearside front tyre

Fail 27 Nov 2012 99,443 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

cuts in nearside front tyre

engine mangerment light on

wipers starting to smear

Pass 1 Dec 2011 94,127 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Fail 1 Dec 2011 94,127 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Coolant leak

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

Oil leak

off side rear tyre perishing

Pass 13 Jan 2011 91,055 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 86,716 miles

advise excessive noise from engine.

Fail 13 Jan 2010 86,713 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

advise excessive noise from engine.

Pass 13 Jan 2009 79,185 miles

advise exhaust corroded.advise noise from engine

Pass 15 Jan 2008 70,291 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 70,291 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 61,172 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 51,520 miles

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

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Zafira?

Based on 8,488,627 MOT tests across 574,092 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
7,298
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
574,092
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 301,897
Brake pipe excessively corroded 199,525
position lamp(s) not working 140,225
coil spring broken 139,807
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 136,825
Full Vauxhall Zafira reliability report

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A20 PNP is a 2003 Vauxhall Zafira in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Zafira models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 78,904 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 Zafira fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 301,897 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A20 PNP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Zafira typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Vauxhall Zafira is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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A20 PNP is a 2003 Vauxhall Zafira, first registered on 14 March 2003.

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