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BV57 BYB

2007 Vauxhall VXR8

Grey Petrol 5967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

95,100 mi
Last recorded95,100 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2007 Vauxhall VXR857,838 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV57 BYB
MakeVauxhall
ModelVXR8
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 95,100 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 94,124 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2014 82,839 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 74,360 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 73,706 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 73,331 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 66,445 miles

both front and rear brake discs are lipped

handbrake travel

Fail 12 Sep 2012 66,445 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

handbrake travel

both front and rear brake discs are lipped

Pass 29 Sep 2011 57,821 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 57,336 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 43,355 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall VXR8?

Based on 9,079 MOT tests across 659 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
3,311
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 148
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 135
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 69
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 50
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 49
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BV57 BYB is a 2007 Vauxhall VXR8 in Grey with a 5,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2007 Vauxhall VXR8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 57,838 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall VXR8 fails its MOT is suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, accounting for 148 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV57 BYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall VXR8 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 19 years old, this Vauxhall VXR8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV57 BYB registered?

BV57 BYB is a 2007 Vauxhall VXR8, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is BV57 BYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV57 BYB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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