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AK03 XTR

2003 Vauxhall Vectra

Silver Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

142,838 mi
Last recorded142,838 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra83,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 XTR
MakeVauxhall
ModelVectra
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2012 142,838 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

exgaust supports repared

Fail 24 Aug 2012 142,838 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

exgaust supports repared

Pass 19 May 2011 133,299 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

steering rack worn

Fail 18 May 2011 133,287 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

steering rack worn

Pass 18 May 2010 122,685 miles

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

front anti roll bar rubbers creaking

Pass 20 May 2009 111,544 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 111,544 miles

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

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

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

n/s and o/s steering arm has got play

n/s/r tyre is low on inner edge

Pass 13 Mar 2008 97,176 miles

play in steering rack n/s

Fail 13 Mar 2008 97,176 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

play in steering rack n/s

Pass 26 Mar 2007 71,424 miles

nail in o/s/f tyre

Pass 27 Mar 2006 39,899 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Vectra?

Based on 7,582,833 MOT tests across 740,847 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
7,435
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
740,847
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 540,198
Brake pipe excessively corroded 415,488
Registration plate lamp not working 211,691
coil spring broken 205,025
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 200,669
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AK03 XTR is a 2003 Vauxhall Vectra in Silver with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Vectra models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 83,864 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 Vectra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 540,198 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK03 XTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Vectra typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Vauxhall Vectra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK03 XTR registered?

AK03 XTR is a 2003 Vauxhall Vectra, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is AK03 XTR safe to buy?

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