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HD53 FZM

2003 Vauxhall VX220

Orange Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

75,791 mi
Last recorded75,791 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall VX22039,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD53 FZM
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 75,791 miles

slight play in steering rack both sides

Pass 26 Jul 2023 75,164 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 74,723 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 74,089 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 72,362 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 69,109 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 62,919 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 62,906 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

drivers seat worn

Pass 1 Sep 2015 57,280 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 51,842 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 45,985 miles

front pads low

Pass 11 Feb 2012 37,372 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2011 28,456 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 24,672 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 24,630 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 19,492 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 11,970 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 8,784 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jan 2007 8,784 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall VX220?

Based on 30,598 MOT tests across 2,048 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
1,641
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,048
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 888
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 478
Headlamp aim too high 474
Headlamp aim too low 378
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 369
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HD53 FZM is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220 in Orange with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall VX220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 39,608 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall VX220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 888 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HD53 FZM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall VX220 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Vauxhall VX220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HD53 FZM registered?

HD53 FZM is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 30 December 2003.

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