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KR53 KXJ

2003 Vauxhall Signum

Black Diesel 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

171,033 mi
Last recorded171,033 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Signum81,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 KXJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelSignum
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2014 171,033 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 162,512 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 143,131 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear exhaust box outer skin deteriorating

Fail 16 May 2012 143,127 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear exhaust box outer skin deteriorating

Fail 9 Jun 2011 128,088 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both inner driveshaft boots split

oil pressure switch leaking

rear exhaust condition poor

smell of diesel under engine cover

Pass 9 Jun 2011 128,088 miles

both inner driveshaft boots split

oil pressure switch leaking

rear exhaust condition poor

smell of diesel under engine cover

Pass 28 May 2010 107,785 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 96,175 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 92,232 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 92,232 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine under tray fitted/

Fail 21 Feb 2008 70,961 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

engine upper and lower covers fitted.

Pass 21 Feb 2008 70,961 miles

engine upper and lower covers fitted.

Pass 25 Nov 2006 44,721 miles

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

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

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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KR53 KXJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum in Black with a 2,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KR53 KXJ, 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 KR53 KXJ registered?

KR53 KXJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum, first registered on 4 December 2003.

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