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FA03 OJU

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,962 mi
Last recorded56,962 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 OJU
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2017 56,962 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 54,937 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 52,702 miles

Offside Lower door step mounting rusted

Pass 17 Dec 2014 51,000 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 48,516 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 46,988 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 44,929 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 44,929 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 43,931 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 43,931 miles

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 does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 40,662 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 38,229 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 34,359 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 34,161 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 33,043 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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FA03 OJU is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Frontera models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 73,327 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 FA03 OJU, 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 23 years old, this Vauxhall Frontera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FA03 OJU registered?

FA03 OJU is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is FA03 OJU safe to buy?

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