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MV53 VKX

2003 Vauxhall Signum

Blue Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

157,459 mi
Last recorded157,459 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Signum81,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV53 VKX
MakeVauxhall
ModelSignum
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2015 157,459 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Sep 2015 157,459 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 139,676 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 123,929 miles

(2d)The vehicle presenter is reminded that items left within the boot/car that are not ordinarily used with the vehicle must be removed prior to presenting your vehicle to a Test Station

(3.6B.2c)The nearside rear brake pipe has corrosion present along its length

(3.6B.2c)The offside rear brake pipe has corrosion present along its length

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.54mm

(5.2.1)The nearside rear passengers seat has a child seat fitted

(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer is deteriorating but not resulting in a leak at the time of examination

(8.4.2)The secondary bonnet catch is stiff in operation and ready for service

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Fail 2 Aug 2013 123,925 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

(2d)The vehicle presenter is reminded that items left within the boot/car that are not ordinarily used with the vehicle must be removed prior to presenting your vehicle to a Test Station

(3.6B.2c)The nearside rear brake pipe has corrosion present along its length

(3.6B.2c)The offside rear brake pipe has corrosion present along its length

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 2.54mm

(5.2.1)The nearside rear passengers seat has a child seat fitted

(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer is deteriorating but not resulting in a leak at the time of examination

(8.4.2)The secondary bonnet catch is stiff in operation and ready for service

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 1 Aug 2012 112,798 miles

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

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

exhaust rear section deteriorated

Fail 30 Jul 2012 112,798 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front 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)

exhaust rear section deteriorated

Pass 1 Aug 2011 103,862 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 95,595 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 95,595 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 81,117 miles

Nearside rear upper outer suspension bush has slight play

Offside rear upper outer suspension bush has slight play

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 30 Sep 2009 81,117 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside rear upper outer suspension bush has slight play

Offside rear upper outer suspension bush has slight play

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 62,798 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 60,260 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 38,398 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 37,267 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Signum?

Based on 245,020 MOT tests across 16,896 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
8,076
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
16,896
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12,416
coil spring broken 10,006
Registration plate lamp not working 7,975
coil spring fractured 6,845
Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,785
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MV53 VKX is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum in Blue with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Signum models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 81,014 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Signum fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 12,416 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV53 VKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Signum typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Vauxhall Signum is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MV53 VKX registered?

MV53 VKX is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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