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FY53 RKN

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

142,084 mi
Last recorded142,084 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 RKN
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 142,084 miles

corrosion to n/s & o/s rear chassis

Pass 21 Sep 2015 137,159 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 132,097 miles

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

Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

nearside registration plate lamp dim

Fail 23 Sep 2014 132,096 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

nearside front tyre worn to 0mm on outer edge

nearside registration plate lamp dim

Pass 18 Sep 2013 124,782 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 18 Sep 2013 124,781 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 119,321 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2012 119,320 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2011 112,811 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 112,811 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 106,824 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 98,101 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 81,958 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 66,437 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 48,303 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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FY53 RKN is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 FY53 RKN, 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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FY53 RKN is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 24 September 2003.

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