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NJ03 FHA

2003 Vauxhall VX220

Black Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

67,311 mi
Last recorded67,311 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall VX22039,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ03 FHA
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 67,311 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 65,972 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 64,672 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2022 63,517 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 62,676 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 62,269 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple Surface Cut's In Tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to legal limit. 205/45Y17. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple Surface Cut's In Tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Jul 2019 62,219 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple Surface Cut's In Tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to legal limit. 205/45Y17. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple Surface Cut's In Tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn close to legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 61,227 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 61,203 miles

Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 59,591 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 56,269 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 54,748 miles

Limited sight on all components due to covers

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jul 2014 52,167 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 52,167 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 50,757 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 50,757 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 47,347 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 38,989 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear drive shaft inner cv gaiter split

slight play in steering rack

Pass 1 Jul 2010 36,949 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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 23 Jul 2009 34,679 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2009 34,679 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 29,763 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 29,721 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 24,939 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 19,956 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 19,781 miles

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

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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NJ03 FHA is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220 in Black with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 NJ03 FHA, 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 NJ03 FHA registered?

NJ03 FHA is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 21 June 2003.

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