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GF09 BTZ

2009 Vauxhall VXR8

Red Petrol 6162cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

49,668 mi
Last recorded49,668 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall VXR844,574 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF09 BTZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelVXR8
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,162cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 49,668 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 49,387 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 48,959 miles

rear exhaust clamps broken and corroded

Pass 5 Jan 2023 48,012 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 46,629 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 45,301 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 44,577 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 43,081 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Oct 2017 40,951 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 37,526 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 33,268 miles

Both front tyres are becoming more worn on the inside edge.

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 27,466 miles

both front tyres are becoming more worn on the inside edge.

o/s rear stop tail lamp has a couple of led bulbs out .

Pass 23 Jul 2013 21,244 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 21,244 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 16,980 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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GF09 BTZ is a 2009 Vauxhall VXR8 in Red with a 6,162cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Vauxhall VXR8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 44,574 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GF09 BTZ, 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 17 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 GF09 BTZ registered?

GF09 BTZ is a 2009 Vauxhall VXR8, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is GF09 BTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF09 BTZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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