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J88 VXT

2005 Vauxhall VX220

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,128 mi
Last recorded64,128 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall VX22031,656 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ88 VXT
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 64,128 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 62,149 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 61,040 miles

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 60,508 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 59,013 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Aug 2020 58,997 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 58,885 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 58,560 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 56,688 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 51,632 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 46,394 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 36,627 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 29,876 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 25,756 miles

both front tyres wearing low on inner edges

Pass 5 May 2010 20,906 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 20,903 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 14,416 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 May 2008 9,667 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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J88 VXT is a 2005 Vauxhall VX220 in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Vauxhall VX220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 31,656 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 J88 VXT, 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 21 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 J88 VXT registered?

J88 VXT is a 2005 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 11 August 2005.

Is J88 VXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J88 VXT 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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