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KP53 VGX

2003 Vauxhall Signum

Silver Diesel 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

131,294 mi
Last recorded131,294 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Signum81,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 VGX
MakeVauxhall
ModelSignum
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 131,294 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear worn on inner tread area

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view door mirror (8.1.2a)

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

both brakepipes from front to rear are corroded.

both front and rear coil springs corroded

exhaust system on rear part corroded

oil leak

rear suspension components corroded

undertrays fitted obscuring components

Pass 24 Sep 2014 120,002 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brakepipes at front and rear slightly corroded.

Pass 19 Sep 2013 108,136 miles

Front exahust sported slightly corroded

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 97,392 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 87,947 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 76,765 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 64,485 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 64,485 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 May 2008 54,585 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 54,583 miles

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 42,434 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 42,433 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 19,929 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Signum?

Based on 245,020 MOT tests across 16,896 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
8,076
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
16,896
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12,416
coil spring broken 10,006
Registration plate lamp not working 7,975
coil spring fractured 6,845
Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,785
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KP53 VGX is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum in Silver with a 2,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Signum models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 81,014 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Signum fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 12,416 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KP53 VGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Signum typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Vauxhall Signum is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KP53 VGX registered?

KP53 VGX is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum, first registered on 13 October 2003.

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