BF53 YLL

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
DIESEL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
1995 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 29 July 2014
Last recorded mileage
30,128 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 59/100

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 13 MOT tests on record with a 62% pass rate and 30,128 miles. While mileage is consistent, the recurring nature of these faults suggests significant wear and potential future costs.

The vehicle shows consistent, normal usage with 30,128 miles over 23 years, averaging 8,536 miles per year, which is in line with UK average.

Things to check

  • Five test failures recorded across 13 MOTs, including suspension and brakes.
  • Recurring brake advisories (12 instances) and suspension failures (4 instances) indicate chronic wear.
  • Major failure for Nearside Front Upper Vehicle Identification Number on 2006-08-22.
  • Major failure for Front Windscreen washer insufficient liquid on 2006-08-22.

Working in its favour

  • Consistent annual mileage averaging 8,536 miles/year, aligning with UK norms.
  • No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage discrepancies in the MOT history.
  • All major failures were addressed and retested successfully, showing owner responsiveness.
  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) indicates a generally safe vehicle.

Mileage history

Aug 2006: 30,128 mi FAILSep 2006: 30,347 mi PASSSep 2007: 39,909 mi PASSSep 2008: 48,054 mi PASSSep 2009: 53,808 mi PASSSep 2010: 58,459 mi FAILSep 2010: 58,476 mi PASSSep 2011: 62,643 mi FAILSep 2011: 62,643 mi PASSOct 2012: 70,648 mi FAILOct 2012: 70,648 mi PASSJul 2013: 90,344 mi FAILJul 2013: 90,344 mi PASS90k60k30kAug 2006Jul 2013

MOT test history — 8/13 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Aug 2006 FAIL 30,128 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Upper Vehicle Identification Number has more than one different number displayed (6.3.5.b)
FAIL Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
USER ENTERED under tray fitted to underside of engine
USER ENTERED Nail in offside front tyre
Sep 2006 PASS 30,347 mi
USER ENTERED protectivr cover fitted to underside front of vehicle,restricting inspections of testable items.
Sep 2007 PASS 39,909 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
USER ENTERED protective cover fitted to underside front of vehicle,restricting inspections of testable items.
Sep 2008 PASS 48,054 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
USER ENTERED protective cover fitted to underside front of vehicle restricting inspections of testable items
Sep 2009 PASS 53,808 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
USER ENTERED protective cover fitted to underside of vehicle restricting inspections of testable items/areas
Sep 2010 FAIL 58,459 mi
FAIL Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
USER ENTERED Front brake discs slightly worn
USER ENTERED Protective cover fitted to underside front of vehicle restricting inspections of testable items/areas
Sep 2010 PASS 58,476 mi
USER ENTERED Front brake discs slightly worn
USER ENTERED Protective cover fitted to underside front of vehicle restricting inspections of testable items/areas
Sep 2011 FAIL 62,643 mi
FAIL Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
FAIL Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Sep 2011 PASS 62,643 mi None recorded
Oct 2012 FAIL 70,648 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
FAIL Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Oct 2012 PASS 70,648 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Jul 2013 FAIL 90,344 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
FAIL Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
FAIL Nearside Inner Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
FAIL Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Jul 2013 PASS 90,344 mi None recorded

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BF53 YLL, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.