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VA53 EDJ

2003 Vauxhall Frontera

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

73,609 mi
Last recorded73,609 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera73,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA53 EDJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelFrontera
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 73,609 miles

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 73,609 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2016 69,070 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

SERVICE BRAKE ONLY JUST MET REQUIRED EFFICIENCY 51%

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

Fail 11 Jun 2016 69,070 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Fail 19 May 2016 69,069 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 3 May 2016 69,067 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded PIPES ,FRONT TO REAR+ REAR FROM LOAD VALVE X 2 (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake recording little or no effort o/a and n/s rear brakes low effort (3.7.B.5a)

O/S REAR TYRE PERISHED AND CRACKED REPLACEMENT IS ADVISED

Pass 30 Oct 2014 64,721 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 64,715 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 61,772 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 61,766 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Outer Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 58,145 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

brake pipes around load valve at rear rusty

n/s/f fog light in/op

n/s/r tyre starting to wear

Pass 28 Nov 2011 55,023 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 40,127 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 34,996 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 34,996 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2008 31,153 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 26,972 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 18,093 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 18,093 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Off side rear and near side front tyres feathering on inner edge.

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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VA53 EDJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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

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 VA53 EDJ, 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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What year was VA53 EDJ registered?

VA53 EDJ is a 2003 Vauxhall Frontera, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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