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FL53 FBB

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

89,060 mi
Last recorded89,060 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 FBB
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 22 Jan 2015 89,060 miles

BOTH REAR OUTER SEAT BELTS FRAYED

FUEL COOLER SECURED WITH CABLE TIES

O/S/F TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

Rear Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 89,060 miles

BOTH REAR OUTER SEAT BELTS FRAYED

FUEL COOLER SECURED WITH CABLE TIES

O/S/F TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

Fail 1 Nov 2013 82,056 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Trailer electrical socket deteriorated but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 82,056 miles

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

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Trailer electrical socket deteriorated but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 74,512 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 30 Oct 2012 74,502 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Crank pulley damper deteriorated.

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 62,866 miles

Took AT LEAST 3l of water/anti freeze to bring resevoir up to maximum level, Possible leak?

Pass 22 Sep 2010 55,110 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2010 55,110 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 44,910 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 39,827 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

handbrake close to the end of travel

n/s wiper deterioated

Pass 26 Sep 2007 31,897 miles

brake fluid low

front brake pads getting low

Fail 26 Sep 2007 31,895 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

brake fluid low

front brake pads getting low

Pass 31 Aug 2006 23,448 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
Full Vauxhall Frontera reliability report

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FL53 FBB is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FL53 FBB, 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 FL53 FBB registered?

FL53 FBB is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 24 September 2003.

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