BD03 GPE

2003 VAUXHALL — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
VAUXHALL
Year
2003
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
973 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 19 May 2017
Last recorded mileage
31,994 mi

AI verdict AVOID 42/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2003 Vauxhall has 18 MOT tests on record with a 61% pass rate and 31,994 miles. The mileage trajectory shows a 60-mile discrepancy and a 23-year age, making this a high-risk purchase.

The mileage trajectory shows a 60-mile discrepancy on 20 May 2008, and an unusually low annual usage of 6,091 miles/yr, which is below the UK average of 8,000 miles/yr.

Things to check

  • 7 test failures and 4 major defects recorded across 18 MOT tests.
  • Recurring suspension and brake system failures (e.g., May 2016, May 2015).
  • Unusually large mileage difference (60 mi) on 20 May 2008 retest.
  • Engine oil advisory from May 2016 remains unresolved.

Working in its favour

  • No positive MOT history is evident due to the extensive failures and advisories.
  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) suggests a generally safe vehicle.
  • Consistent annual mileage of 6,091 miles/yr, though lower than average.
  • No recent MOT failures, as the last valid MOT expired in 2017.

Mileage history

Feb 2006: 31,994 mi FAILFeb 2006: 31,994 mi PASSMay 2007: 40,838 mi FAILMay 2007: 40,841 mi PASSMay 2008: 48,771 mi FAILMay 2008: 48,711 mi PASSMay 2009: 52,700 mi PASSMay 2010: 55,818 mi FAILMay 2010: 55,818 mi PASSMay 2011: 58,562 mi PASSMay 2012: 61,683 mi PASSMay 2013: 66,395 mi PASSMay 2014: 70,099 mi FAILMay 2014: 70,099 mi PASSMay 2015: 75,048 mi FAILMay 2015: 75,054 mi PASSMay 2016: 81,572 mi FAILMay 2016: 81,572 mi PASS82k57k32kFeb 2006May 2016

MOT test history — 11/18 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Feb 2006 FAIL 31,994 mi
FAIL Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
FAIL Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
ADVISORY Offside Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
Feb 2006 PASS 31,994 mi None recorded
May 2007 FAIL 40,838 mi
FAIL Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
FAIL Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
USER ENTERED Coolant leak
USER ENTERED TIMING CHAIN RATTLE WHEN COLD
May 2007 PASS 40,841 mi None recorded
May 2008 FAIL 48,771 mi
FAIL Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
FAIL Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
FAIL Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
May 2008 PASS 48,711 mi None recorded
May 2009 PASS 52,700 mi None recorded
May 2010 FAIL 55,818 mi
FAIL Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
FAIL Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
USER ENTERED Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
USER ENTERED o/s/f c v gater has slight leakage of grease but no visable splits or holes
May 2010 PASS 55,818 mi
USER ENTERED Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
USER ENTERED o/s/f c v gater has slight leakage of grease but no visable splits or holes
May 2011 PASS 58,562 mi None recorded
May 2012 PASS 61,683 mi None recorded
May 2013 PASS 66,395 mi None recorded
May 2014 FAIL 70,099 mi
FAIL Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
ADVISORY Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
USER ENTERED n/s/r tyre wearing on edges
May 2014 PASS 70,099 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
USER ENTERED n/s/r tyre wearing on edges
May 2015 FAIL 75,048 mi
FAIL Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
FAIL Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
FAIL Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
USER ENTERED Oil leak
May 2015 PASS 75,054 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
USER ENTERED Oil leak
May 2016 FAIL 81,572 mi
FAIL Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
FAIL Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
ADVISORY OIL LEAK
May 2016 PASS 81,572 mi
ADVISORY OIL LEAK

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