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VO53 ODU

2003 Vauxhall Signum

Black Diesel 2172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

118,398 mi
Last recorded118,398 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Signum81,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO53 ODU
MakeVauxhall
ModelSignum
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,172cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2013 118,398 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 106,704 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2012 106,704 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 105,146 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 97,614 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 89,488 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 79,461 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 71,552 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2007 60,739 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 59,736 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 59,736 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear 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)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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VO53 ODU is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum in Black with a 2,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VO53 ODU, 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 VO53 ODU registered?

VO53 ODU is a 2003 Vauxhall Signum, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is VO53 ODU safe to buy?

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