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RF03 RYT

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Black Gas 3165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,991 mi
Last recorded115,991 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 RYT
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeGas
Engine3,165cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 115,991 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 May 2019 115,991 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 113,125 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

free play in the steering column, unable to see where.

front to rear brake pipe slight corrosion

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres close to the limit

secure air horn and wiring better as horns are close to the + on the battery

vehicle dirty

vehicle running on LPG emissions not tested

Fail 9 Nov 2017 113,125 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working n/s and o/s side lights (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement lower bush worn (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer boot (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement lower bush worn (2.4.G.2)

Offside Upper Front suspension locking device missing castle nut missing the lock pin (2.5.A.4)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both D bushes worn (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

free play in the steering column, unable to see where.

front to rear brake pipe slight corrosion

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres close to the limit

secure air horn and wiring better as horns are close to the + on the battery

vehicle dirty

vehicle running on LPG emissions not tested

Pass 22 Sep 2016 108,339 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front CV gator cracking

Nearside Front Tyre shows wear to its outer edge

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Drop link (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre shows wear to its outer edge

Offside Front CV gator cracking

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Exhaust rubber deteriorated

Under side of car covered in mud obscuring clear view of some components

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 11 Sep 2015 100,300 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 93,941 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 75,909 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 69,034 miles

strong note- front tyres on limit

Pass 5 Jul 2006 53,265 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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RF03 RYT is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Black with a 3,165cc gas engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RF03 RYT, 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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RF03 RYT is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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