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KU03 UAV

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,163 mi
Last recorded81,163 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 UAV
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 81,163 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 80,367 miles

SIDE STEPS CORRED

Pass 15 Aug 2022 78,314 miles

both side steps corroded

Fail 9 Aug 2022 78,275 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both side steps corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2021 76,231 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 73,932 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 72,616 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 71,500 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 67,060 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 64,633 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 59,818 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 55,671 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 50,933 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 47,170 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 43,610 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 37,171 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 37,171 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 31,328 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 26,202 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2007 18,946 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 18,946 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2007 17,361 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 17,361 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 13,442 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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KU03 UAV is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KU03 UAV, 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 KU03 UAV registered?

KU03 UAV is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is KU03 UAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU03 UAV shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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