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BD53 OMZ

2003 Vauxhall Vectra

Blue Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,591 mi
Last recorded117,591 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra83,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 OMZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelVectra
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2015 117,591 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside front tyre heavily worn on inner edge.

Offside rear tyre heavily worn on inner edge.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Jan 2015 117,583 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside front tyre heavily worn on inner edge.

Offside rear tyre heavily worn on inner edge.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 112,735 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust hangers broken on centre section but system still supported.

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear tyre going out of shape and worn on inner edge.

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside rear tyre going out ofshape on inner edge.

Fail 25 Jan 2014 112,735 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust hangers broken on centre section but system still supported.

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear tyre going out of shape and worn on inner edge.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside rear tyre going out ofshape on inner edge.

Pass 23 Jan 2013 107,756 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust flexi deterioated

Fail 15 Jan 2013 107,752 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust flexi deterioated

Pass 7 Jan 2012 100,617 miles

rear brake discs lipped

Pass 9 Dec 2010 87,617 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

slight play in both rear hub mounting bushes

Pass 5 Jan 2010 76,199 miles

child seat fitted to rear seats

exhaust backbox corroded

Pass 3 Jan 2009 63,447 miles

child seat fitted rear seats

exhaust backbox rusty

nearside wiper split

Pass 7 Dec 2007 50,103 miles

exhaust corroded and rear box in poor condition

tyres wearing on edges

Pass 7 Dec 2006 38,704 miles

rear exhaust box in poor condition

rear indicator bulbs discoloured

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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BD53 OMZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Vectra in Blue with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BD53 OMZ, 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.

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What year was BD53 OMZ registered?

BD53 OMZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Vectra, first registered on 11 December 2003.

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