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HV08 MZE

2008 Vauxhall VXR8

Red Petrol 5967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

194,478 mi
Last recorded194,478 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall VXR856,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 MZE
MakeVauxhall
ModelVXR8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 194,478 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 190,307 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 184,911 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 181,036 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 175,898 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 170,909 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 165,637 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 161,188 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 154,619 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 148,039 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 141,702 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn unevenly

Offside Rear tyre worn unevenly

Fail 24 May 2016 141,702 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn unevenly

Offside Rear tyre worn unevenly

Pass 3 Aug 2015 137,887 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 105,205 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 105,205 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 82,218 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 63,468 miles

Both front brake discs lipped & worn

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

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 33,917 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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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HV08 MZE is a 2008 Vauxhall VXR8 in Red with a 5,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall VXR8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 56,586 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 HV08 MZE, 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 18 years old, this Vauxhall VXR8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HV08 MZE?

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What year was HV08 MZE registered?

HV08 MZE is a 2008 Vauxhall VXR8, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is HV08 MZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 MZE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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