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VA03 DXJ

2003 Vauxhall Signum

Blue Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

106,986 mi
Last recorded106,986 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Signum81,014 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA03 DXJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelSignum
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2012 106,986 miles

BOTH FRONT/REAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODID BUT NOT EXCESSIVE

Fail 28 Aug 2012 106,984 miles

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

BOTH FRONT/REAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODID BUT NOT EXCESSIVE

Pass 14 Jul 2011 96,278 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 83,736 miles

EXHAUST HEAT SHIELDS INSECURE

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 73,703 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 73,703 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight damage to front number plate.

Pass 11 Jun 2008 61,453 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 61,453 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 52,037 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 52,037 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2006 36,699 miles

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

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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VA03 DXJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum in Blue with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VA03 DXJ, 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 VA03 DXJ registered?

VA03 DXJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is VA03 DXJ safe to buy?

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