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FY03 KGV

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Black Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,849 mi
Last recorded82,849 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 KGV
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Dec 2018 82,849 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin ALL (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front SHOCK

Pass 15 Dec 2017 74,774 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 63,787 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 60,116 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 57,579 miles

item removed from window and replaced

under vehicle heavly coated with undersill

Fail 4 Dec 2014 57,579 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

item removed from window and replaced

under vehicle heavly coated with undersill

Pass 28 Dec 2013 55,899 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 52,363 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jul 2011 51,216 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

check engine light on

front wiper blades split

Pass 10 Sep 2010 45,222 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2009 38,163 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 30,998 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 24,381 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 18,902 miles

advise crack in screen

rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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FY03 KGV is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Black with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FY03 KGV, 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 FY03 KGV registered?

FY03 KGV is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 12 April 2003.

Is FY03 KGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY03 KGV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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