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LG08 KSV

2008 Vauxhall VXR8

Black Petrol 5967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

107,455 mi
Last recorded107,455 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall VXR856,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 KSV
MakeVauxhall
ModelVXR8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 107,455 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 106,767 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 102,428 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 95,228 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 90,771 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 86,047 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 80,491 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 70,781 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 61,763 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 49,876 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 44,372 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 40,351 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 36,547 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 30,862 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Sep 2012 30,862 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 27,876 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 21,539 miles

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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LG08 KSV is a 2008 Vauxhall VXR8 in Black with a 5,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LG08 KSV, 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

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What year was LG08 KSV registered?

LG08 KSV is a 2008 Vauxhall VXR8, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is LG08 KSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG08 KSV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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