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FV03 VTA

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Silver Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

80,554 mi
Last recorded80,554 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 VTA
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2020 80,554 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 79,381 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 76,560 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 69,976 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 60,564 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 49,443 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Oct 2015 49,443 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2014 43,157 miles

rear exhaust corroded and starting to blow

Fail 8 Nov 2014 43,157 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

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

rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

rear exhaust corroded and starting to blow

Pass 29 Oct 2013 37,944 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2012 26,644 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 20,089 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 15,374 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 15,372 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 11,464 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 5,975 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 5,971 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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FV03 VTA is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Silver with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FV03 VTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV03 VTA registered?

FV03 VTA is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 2 July 2003.

Is FV03 VTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV03 VTA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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