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S5 VXT

2003 Vauxhall VX220

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,939 mi
Last recorded7,939 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall VX22039,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS5 VXT
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 7,939 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2024 7,874 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2023 7,514 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 7,087 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 6,822 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 6,470 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to jack vehicle up to check components due to vehicles structure/design- has alloy undertrays fitted with no clear jacking points

Fail 21 Feb 2014 6,470 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to jack vehicle up to check components due to vehicles structure/design- has alloy undertrays fitted with no clear jacking points

Pass 17 Mar 2010 6,168 miles

scratches on n/s rear wing

Pass 13 Oct 2008 5,432 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 5,432 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 5,274 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 4,881 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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S5 VXT is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S5 VXT, 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 S5 VXT registered?

S5 VXT is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is S5 VXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S5 VXT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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