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FD03 OBF

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

106,231 mi
Last recorded106,231 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 OBF
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 18 Oct 2017 106,231 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive small hole at lower door frame however not significantly weakened (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear hub seal slightly weeping

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower door frame (5.2.6)

Oil leak ()

Rear exhaust flange deteriorated

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

engine management light illuminated

fuel tank cradle corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2016 98,953 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Fail 24 Nov 2016 98,939 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2015 89,016 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 80,825 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 74,221 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 67,529 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 67,529 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 59,907 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 59,907 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2010 52,982 miles

offside front tyre wearing thin on inner edge

Pass 28 Nov 2009 47,271 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 41,946 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 41,946 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 37,226 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2006 32,274 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2006 27,349 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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FD03 OBF is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD03 OBF, 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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FD03 OBF is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 14 May 2003.

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