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RV53 AOD

2003 Vauxhall VX220

Silver Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

66,099 mi
Last recorded66,099 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall VX22039,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 AOD
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2019 66,099 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 63,950 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 63,599 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 63,599 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2016 61,914 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 8 May 2015 59,952 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 27 Apr 2015 59,944 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Coolant leak

Pass 18 Feb 2014 58,466 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 58,466 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 56,959 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 56,958 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable locking device missing (3.5.1l)

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 53,161 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 49,546 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 42,976 miles

Both rear tyres very close to legal limit

Pass 23 Oct 2007 36,754 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 34,687 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 33,832 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 33,832 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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RV53 AOD is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220 in Silver with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 RV53 AOD, 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 RV53 AOD registered?

RV53 AOD is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is RV53 AOD safe to buy?

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