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MW52 XVH

2003 Vauxhall VX220

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

86,054 mi
Last recorded86,054 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall VX22039,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW52 XVH
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 86,054 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 84,773 miles

drivers seat slightly loose

under trays fitted covering some testable items

Pass 31 May 2024 84,689 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

drivers seat slightly loose in runners

under trays fitted covering some testable items

Pass 4 May 2023 84,578 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

under trays fitted covering some testable items

Pass 31 May 2022 84,471 miles

under trays fitted covering some testable items

Pass 27 May 2021 84,336 miles

under trays fitted covering some testable items

Pass 6 Feb 2020 83,071 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2019 82,689 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2018 82,352 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Feb 2017 81,052 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 76,700 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 71,975 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 65,714 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 60,270 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 54,505 miles

front + rear pads low

rear tyres low

Fail 31 Jan 2012 54,505 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front + rear pads low

rear tyres low

Pass 1 Feb 2011 48,500 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 43,958 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 38,766 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 38,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake pads wearing thin

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 5 Feb 2008 32,394 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)

rear brake discs slightly worn

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 26 Jan 2007 25,281 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 25,281 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2006 18,745 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2006 18,745 miles

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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MW52 XVH is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 MW52 XVH, 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 MW52 XVH registered?

MW52 XVH is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 3 February 2003.

Is MW52 XVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW52 XVH shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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