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FP08 GPZ

2008 Vauxhall Vectra

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

278,288 mi
Last recorded278,288 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Vectra83,039 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 GPZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelVectra
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2015 278,288 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 216,180 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 216,180 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 13 Aug 2013 158,928 miles

Brake pedal anti slip device is starting to wear

Drivers seat has slight movement when in the locked position

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/R tyre is perished

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Aug 2013 158,928 miles

Brake pedal anti slip device is starting to wear

Drivers seat has slight movement when in the locked position

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/R tyre is perished

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 99,707 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 99,703 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 45,766 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Vectra?

Based on 7,582,833 MOT tests across 740,847 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
7,435
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
740,847
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 540,198
Brake pipe excessively corroded 415,488
Registration plate lamp not working 211,691
coil spring broken 205,025
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 200,669
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FP08 GPZ is a 2008 Vauxhall Vectra in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Vectra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 83,039 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 Vectra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 540,198 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP08 GPZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Vectra typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 18 years old, this Vauxhall Vectra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FP08 GPZ registered?

FP08 GPZ is a 2008 Vauxhall Vectra, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is FP08 GPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 GPZ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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