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HY59 JTV

2009 Vauxhall VXR8

Black Petrol 6162cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

111,950 mi
Last recorded111,950 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall VXR844,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY59 JTV
MakeVauxhall
ModelVXR8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,162cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 111,950 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 109,002 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 107,847 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 103,268 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 99,642 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 85,000 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 9 Nov 2017 80,853 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 77,689 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 74,112 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 74,112 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 62,481 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 45,557 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 17 May 2013 45,557 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 31,384 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge.

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

Nearside rear tyre wearing low.

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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HY59 JTV is a 2009 Vauxhall VXR8 in Black with a 6,162cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2009 Vauxhall VXR8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 44,574 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 HY59 JTV, 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

How do I check the history of HY59 JTV?

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What year was HY59 JTV registered?

HY59 JTV is a 2009 Vauxhall VXR8, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is HY59 JTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY59 JTV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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