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FJ53 UAR

2003 Opel Zafira Elegance 16V

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

83,179 mi
Last recorded83,179 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Opel Zafira Elegance 16V69,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 UAR
MakeOpel
ModelZafira Elegance 16V
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2016 83,179 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 72,857 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 65,039 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 56,343 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

engine mountings/stabiliser worn

Pass 25 Jul 2012 48,731 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Jul 2012 48,723 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 42,487 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 37,544 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 37,534 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 33,040 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 28,967 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 28,967 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 23,716 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 17,746 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 17,746 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

offside front tyre outer wall damaged

How Reliable is the Opel Zafira Elegance 16V?

Based on 3,179 MOT tests across 217 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
7,603
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
217
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 189
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 163
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 155
position lamp(s) not working 95
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 91
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FJ53 UAR is a 2003 Opel Zafira Elegance 16V in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Opel Zafira Elegance 16V models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 69,309 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Opel Zafira Elegance 16V fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 189 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ53 UAR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Zafira Elegance 16V typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Opel Zafira Elegance 16V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ53 UAR registered?

FJ53 UAR is a 2003 Opel Zafira Elegance 16V, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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