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SM53 PYT

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Black Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,782 mi
Last recorded103,782 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2011
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 PYT
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Jan 2011 103,782 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2009 56,813 miles

Limited access under vehicle due to engine & gearbox covers

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 26 Nov 2008 47,167 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 45,197 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 39,831 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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SM53 PYT is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Black with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SM53 PYT, 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 SM53 PYT registered?

SM53 PYT is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is SM53 PYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM53 PYT shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM53 PYT have outstanding finance?

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