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RY07 XEA

2007 Vauxhall VXR8

Grey Petrol 5967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2007 Vauxhall VXR857,838 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY07 XEA
MakeVauxhall
ModelVXR8
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 May 2026

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 105,912 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 105,532 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 102,091 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 102,091 miles

Nearside Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working sidelamp (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 99,774 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective rubbers (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 95,836 miles

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

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Windscreen ()

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 83,122 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 2 Jun 2017 73,451 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Windscreen ()

Pass 10 Jun 2016 61,977 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 50,879 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 49,565 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 46,966 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 41,853 miles

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)

front number plate smaller than standard,deemed acceptable under mot scheme as an import.

handbrake high.

Pass 2 Sep 2011 35,821 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 27,485 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall VXR8?

Based on 9,079 MOT tests across 659 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
3,311
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 148
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 135
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 69
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 50
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 49
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RY07 XEA is a 2007 Vauxhall VXR8 in Grey with a 5,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2007 Vauxhall VXR8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 57,838 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall VXR8 fails its MOT is suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, accounting for 148 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RY07 XEA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall VXR8 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 19 years old, this Vauxhall VXR8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RY07 XEA registered?

RY07 XEA is a 2007 Vauxhall VXR8, first registered on 27 July 2007.

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