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L8 VXT

2005 Vauxhall VX220

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

51,283 mi
Last recorded51,283 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall VX22031,656 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL8 VXT
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2022 51,283 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 51,268 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 51,114 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 51,114 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 51,048 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 50,663 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 50,515 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake pads low

Pass 4 Jun 2014 50,223 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2013 49,664 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 47,583 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 43,164 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 37,325 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 29,565 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 21,607 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 21,607 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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L8 VXT is a 2005 Vauxhall VX220 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 L8 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.

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What year was L8 VXT registered?

L8 VXT is a 2005 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 13 April 2005.

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