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N8 VXT

2003 Vauxhall VX220

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

111,345 mi
Last recorded111,345 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall VX22039,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN8 VXT
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2019 111,345 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 104,259 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 95,722 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 88,147 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 82,826 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 78,442 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 78,421 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 71,022 miles

both front anti roll bar links have slight play

Fail 13 Oct 2011 62,344 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

both number plate lights dim

no suppliers name on rear number plate

play in both steering rack inner joints

slight play in both front suspension upper arm rear bushes

Pass 13 Oct 2011 62,344 miles

both number plate lights dim

no suppliers name on rear number plate

play in both steering rack inner joints

slight play in both front suspension upper arm rear bushes

Pass 15 Oct 2010 57,409 miles

both rear outer hanbrake cable sleeves partly worn.

general play in steering rack.

Pass 24 Mar 2009 52,903 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 52,903 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 43,010 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 43,010 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 34,737 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

sunstrip added to windscreen

Pass 3 May 2006 25,053 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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N8 VXT is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 N8 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 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 N8 VXT registered?

N8 VXT is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is N8 VXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N8 VXT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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