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KW52 JHY

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Black Petrol 3165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

82,654 mi
Last recorded82,654 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW52 JHY
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,165cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 82,654 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front hub slightly tight to rotate

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

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both top sill/door slams (5.2.6)

both front shocks poor bounce

corrosion to chassis

corrosion to suspension components

exhaust corroded and some leaks close to limits

stone chips in windscreen

Fail 30 Aug 2016

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front hub slightly tight to rotate

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

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both top sill/door slams (5.2.6)

both front shocks poor bounce

corrosion to chassis

corrosion to suspension components

exhaust corroded and some leaks close to limits

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 15 Jul 2015

Dash panel appears to not be working odometer/ speedo/rev counter

Fail 29 Jun 2015

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Dash panel appears not to be working (speedometer and rev counter)

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

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

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

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

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

Wipers leave screen smeary

Pass 5 Jun 2014

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

center exhaust flexi section is in poor condition

front anti roll bar link dust covers are starting to perish heavily

nearside front outer c/v boot is perished heavily

nearside rear seatbelt webbing is slightly damaged

slight play in both front anti roll bar link ball joints

some oil dampness around rear of gearbox area

Pass 23 May 2013

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

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

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

both rear tyres are starting to perish slightly

digital mileage is not displayed

front shock absorbers are slightly weak (may need attention soon)

nearside rear seatbelt webbing is slightly damaged

some scratches on windscreen

Pass 12 Jun 2012
Pass 10 Dec 2011 45,547 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2011 45,547 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2010 37,546 miles

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

o/ & n/s door steps corroded

Pass 30 Dec 2009 30,270 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 23,054 miles

front brake pads low

Pass 4 Jul 2007 12,681 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2006 4,306 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2006 2,780 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 2,780 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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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KW52 JHY is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Black with a 3,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KW52 JHY, 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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KW52 JHY is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 19 February 2003.

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