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GX09 AZJ

2009 Vauxhall VXR8

Grey Petrol 5967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,104 mi
Last recorded23,104 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall VXR844,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX09 AZJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelVXR8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 23,104 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 22,546 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 22,248 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 21,583 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 20,910 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 20,689 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Sep 2018 20,339 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 20,339 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 20,073 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 19,787 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 19,324 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 18,221 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2013 16,499 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 16,499 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front lower cover insecure

n/s/f tyre slight cracks

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

Pass 8 Dec 2012 16,271 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 16,271 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 15,736 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 15,736 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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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GX09 AZJ is a 2009 Vauxhall VXR8 in Grey with a 5,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 GX09 AZJ, 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.

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What year was GX09 AZJ registered?

GX09 AZJ is a 2009 Vauxhall VXR8, first registered on 24 June 2009.

Is GX09 AZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX09 AZJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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