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MP53 STX

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Silver Petrol 3165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

67,485 mi
Last recorded67,485 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMP53 STX
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,165cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 67,485 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 66,796 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 66,793 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 65,592 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 64,666 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 62,294 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 58,921 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 58,921 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' SATNAV UNIT REMOVED (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 54,944 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 51,902 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 50,296 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 50,296 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 49,219 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 49,217 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 47,628 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 46,623 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 43,378 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 63,324 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2007 36,731 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 30 Nov 2007 36,666 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 8 Nov 2006 27,489 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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MP53 STX is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Silver with a 3,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MP53 STX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MP53 STX registered?

MP53 STX is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is MP53 STX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MP53 STX shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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