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PA03 HLV

2003 Vauxhall VX220

Silver Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

48,126 mi
Last recorded48,126 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall VX22039,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPA03 HLV
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 48,126 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 47,054 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 46,322 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 45,150 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 43,630 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 41,121 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 60,661 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 60,161 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 59,360 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 58,391 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 57,311 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 55,536 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 52,900 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 49,898 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 49,797 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 46,318 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 41,140 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 34,527 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 27,824 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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PA03 HLV is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220 in Silver with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 PA03 HLV, 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 PA03 HLV registered?

PA03 HLV is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 15 August 2003.

Is PA03 HLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PA03 HLV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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