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OS53 KAR

2003 Vauxhall VX220

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,144 mi
Last recorded13,144 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall VX22039,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOS53 KAR
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 13,144 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2025 12,673 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 12,312 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 11,755 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 11,206 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 10,667 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 10,653 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 10,480 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2017 9,242 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 7,592 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 5,490 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 5,410 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 4,748 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 4,324 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 4,046 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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OS53 KAR is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220 in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OS53 KAR, 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 OS53 KAR registered?

OS53 KAR is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is OS53 KAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for OS53 KAR shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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