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N88 SHW

2003 Vauxhall VX220

Black Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

59,472 mi
Last recorded59,472 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall VX22039,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN88 SHW
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2018 59,472 miles

under panel fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Fail 5 Feb 2018 59,472 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits engine overheated (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 59,352 miles

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

both front shockers have upper spring retainers have corrosion

full alloy covers underside unable to fully inspect

nearside front tyre has low inner tread

Pass 5 Dec 2014 59,021 miles

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

full metal covers underside

slight damage to underside rear bumper

Fail 23 Jul 2014 59,060 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 45,574 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 May 2012 40,742 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 May 2012 40,742 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Upper Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Apr 2011 37,385 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 37,385 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 29,153 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 26,378 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 26,378 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

handbrake warning light constantly on

Pass 28 Sep 2006 21,656 miles

front tyres near limit and treads perishing

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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N88 SHW is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220 in Black with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N88 SHW, 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.

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What year was N88 SHW registered?

N88 SHW is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 25 September 2003.

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