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RE52 XYL

2002 Vauxhall Frontera

Black Petrol 3165cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

22,469 mi
Last recorded22,469 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera79,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE52 XYL
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,165cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 22,469 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

eml light on dash

Pass 1 Oct 2024 21,544 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 20,493 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 20,131 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower inner wheel arch, end of sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

offside front fog lamp not working

Fail 23 Sep 2022 20,131 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower inner wheel arch, end of sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

offside front fog lamp not working

Pass 24 Sep 2021 19,714 miles

Front and rear tyre sidewalls deteriating

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2021 19,714 miles

Front and rear tyre sidewalls deteriating

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 18,911 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 18,900 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 18,670 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 18,641 miles

Engine management light on

Nearside rear wheel tight, brake seizing

Pass 20 Sep 2016 18,474 miles

Engine management light on

Nearside rear wheel binding

Pass 25 Sep 2015 18,029 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 17,354 miles

Engine management light on

Nearside rear wheel binding

Pass 18 Sep 2013 16,889 miles

Engine managment light on

Pass 24 Sep 2012 16,468 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 16,206 miles

Small chips in windscreen

Pass 24 Sep 2010 15,867 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 14,914 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 13,975 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 8,729 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 8,242 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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RE52 XYL is a 2002 Vauxhall Frontera in Black with a 3,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Vauxhall Frontera models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 79,130 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 RE52 XYL, 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 24 years old, this Vauxhall Frontera is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RE52 XYL?

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What year was RE52 XYL registered?

RE52 XYL is a 2002 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is RE52 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE52 XYL shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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