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KS52 TSU

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

126,829 mi
Last recorded126,829 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS52 TSU
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 126,829 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s front (2.5.A.3c)

o/s and n/s rear tyre perished and cracked

Pass 30 Mar 2017 119,513 miles

Oil leak ()

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

steering column top bearing worn causing slight play

Pass 31 Mar 2016 112,652 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 106,769 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 106,769 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 101,491 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 95,405 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 90,068 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

off side rear half shaft seal leaking.

Pass 7 Apr 2011 84,287 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2011 84,287 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 76,783 miles

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

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 71,383 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 66,179 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 56,058 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 29 Jun 2006 44,692 miles

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)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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KS52 TSU 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 86.7%.

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 KS52 TSU, 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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What year was KS52 TSU registered?

KS52 TSU is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 20 January 2003.

Is KS52 TSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 TSU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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