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J70 DRS

2003 Vauxhall VX220

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,872 mi
Last recorded55,872 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall VX22039,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ70 DRS
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2026 55,872 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 55,516 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 55,057 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 54,143 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 53,840 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 53,515 miles

one of the ABS pump rubber bobbins snapped on the offside front inner wheel arch

Pass 30 Apr 2016 52,926 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 51,693 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 50,144 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 48,879 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 48,621 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 47,217 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 44,075 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 36,993 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 25,672 miles

nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 20 Jul 2006 19,518 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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J70 DRS is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J70 DRS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J70 DRS registered?

J70 DRS is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is J70 DRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J70 DRS shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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