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MK03 HSV

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Black Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

64,000 mi
Last recorded64,000 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK03 HSV
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 64,000 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2014 52,323 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2014 52,323 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 46,954 miles

Trailer electrical socket deteriorated but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Fail 18 Apr 2013 46,954 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Trailer electrical socket deteriorated but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Fail 2 Apr 2013 46,653 miles

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

damage n/s/f wing

slight play in steering column

Pass 26 Mar 2012 43,553 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 39,817 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 38,254 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 33,643 miles

All brake pipes slightly corroded

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 29,068 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 27,555 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 20,890 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 17,520 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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MK03 HSV is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Black with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MK03 HSV, 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 MK03 HSV registered?

MK03 HSV is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is MK03 HSV safe to buy?

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