Vauxhall VX220 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Vauxhall VX220 reliable? We analysed 30,598 real MOT tests across 2,048 vehicles to find out.
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The Vauxhall VX220 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and headlamp aim too high. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall VX220.
Vauxhall VX220 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Vauxhall VX220. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Vauxhall VX220 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Vauxhall VX220 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Vauxhall VX220 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Vauxhall VX220 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Vauxhall VX220 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Vauxhall VX220 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Vauxhall VX220 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Vauxhall VX220 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 71 | 81.7% | 12,479 | 24,752 | 29,770 |
| 2006 | 1,380 | 83.6% | 15,688 | 26,484 | 43,468 |
| 2005 | 1,546 | 82.8% | 18,241 | 31,656 | 46,795 |
| 2004 | 4,424 | 82.3% | 19,365 | 30,996 | 46,982 |
| 2003 | 10,375 | 81.2% | 24,889 | 39,608 | 57,707 |
| 2002 | 6,564 | 78.9% | 29,286 | 45,891 | 65,106 |
| 2001 | 5,691 | 77.2% | 31,093 | 48,624 | 66,822 |
| 2000 | 451 | 75.4% | 35,910 | 47,750 | 67,894 |
How Long Does a Vauxhall VX220 Last?
Based on 2,048 Vauxhall VX220 vehicles on UK roads.
Vauxhall VX220 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall VX220 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Vauxhall VX220
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.6% MOT pass rate from 1,380 tests
75.4% MOT pass rate from 451 tests
The best year to buy a used Vauxhall VX220 is 2006, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.6% across 1,380 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Vauxhall VX220 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall VX220 THIS CAR | 80.2% | 30,598 | 40,346 mi | 25 yrs |
| Vauxhall Corsa | 69.7% | 26,893,546 | 58,908 mi | 33 yrs |
| Vauxhall Astra | 71.9% | 25,288,868 | 76,280 mi | 34 yrs |
| Vauxhall Zafira | 71.9% | 8,488,627 | 75,062 mi | 27 yrs |
| Honda CB600 | 84.4% | 51,340 | 19,411 mi | 28 yrs |
Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall VX220 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Vauxhall VX220Should you buy a used Vauxhall VX220?
The Vauxhall VX220 has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.2% across 30,598 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Vauxhall VX220 are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (888 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (478), and headlamp aim too high (474). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Vauxhall VX220 owner drives around 1,641 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Vauxhall VX220 models stay on UK roads for around 25 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.