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VF03 FWV

2003 Vauxhall Signum

Black Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

82,849 mi
Last recorded82,849 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Signum81,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF03 FWV
MakeVauxhall
ModelSignum
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2014 82,849 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both rear exhaust boxs slightly deteriorated

slight brake bind on offside rear

Fail 4 Feb 2014 82,849 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

both rear exhaust boxs slightly deteriorated

slight brake bind on offside rear

Pass 24 Jul 2012 66,406 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)

The O/S rear silencer is very corroded. No leaks detected at the time of testing.

Fail 21 Jun 2011 64,565 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 54,620 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 50,063 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 39,971 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 30,662 miles

n/s+o/s rear top suspention bushes slight play

Pass 21 Jul 2006 20,161 miles

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

rear brake application slightly uneven advise inspection

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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VF03 FWV is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum in Black with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VF03 FWV, 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.

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What year was VF03 FWV registered?

VF03 FWV is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum, first registered on 23 July 2003.

Is VF03 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF03 FWV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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