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VA03 EHT

2003 Vauxhall Signum

Silver Diesel 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

196,112 mi
Last recorded196,112 miles
Recorded on19 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Signum81,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA03 EHT
MakeVauxhall
ModelSignum
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2012 196,112 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 May 2011 182,724 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 169,321 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Jun 2010 169,321 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2009 145,522 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 122,542 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 122,542 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2007 101,015 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 101,015 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 71,769 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 71,769 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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 EHT is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum in Silver with a 2,172cc diesel 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 EHT, 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 EHT registered?

VA03 EHT is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is VA03 EHT safe to buy?

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