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RE53 TYX

2003 Vauxhall Signum

Silver Diesel 2959cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

193,021 mi
Last recorded193,021 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Signum81,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 TYX
MakeVauxhall
ModelSignum
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,959cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2020 193,021 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

general underside corrosion

Pass 11 Jun 2018 144,113 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 139,022 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 114,384 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 85,124 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 84,775 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 63,624 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 63,624 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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RE53 TYX is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum in Silver with a 2,959cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RE53 TYX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RE53 TYX registered?

RE53 TYX is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is RE53 TYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE53 TYX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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