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VE53 WTP

2003 Vauxhall Signum

Grey Diesel 2959cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

50,101 mi
Last recorded50,101 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Signum81,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE53 WTP
MakeVauxhall
ModelSignum
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,959cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 50,101 miles

Front registration plate is little cracked

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 49,260 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 47,830 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 46,573 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 45,699 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 44,341 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 44,317 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 43,249 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 42,608 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 41,251 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 40,234 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 39,331 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tax out of date

Pass 10 Jan 2012 38,193 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 37,097 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 32,664 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2008 28,079 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 23,356 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2006 18,876 miles

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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VE53 WTP is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum in Grey with a 2,959cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VE53 WTP, 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

How do I check the history of VE53 WTP?

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What year was VE53 WTP registered?

VE53 WTP is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is VE53 WTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE53 WTP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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