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KP53 VPX

2003 Vauxhall Signum

Blue Diesel 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2013
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

98,305 mi
Last recorded98,305 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Signum81,014 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 VPX
MakeVauxhall
ModelSignum
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2012 98,305 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2012 97,119 miles

light play in both rack arms

Fail 14 May 2012 97,116 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

light play in both rack arms

Pass 13 May 2011 86,494 miles

osr jacking point missing

Fail 13 May 2011 86,494 miles

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

osr jacking point missing

Pass 14 May 2010 74,629 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 74,629 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2009 65,708 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2009 65,708 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 60,512 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 50,909 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 50,875 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 42,203 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 42,203 miles

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

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 VPX is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum in Blue with a 2,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VPX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KP53 VPX registered?

KP53 VPX is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is KP53 VPX safe to buy?

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