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T666 HSV

2009 Vauxhall VXR8

Red Petrol 6162cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,119 mi
Last recorded67,119 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall VXR844,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT666 HSV
MakeVauxhall
ModelVXR8
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,162cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 67,119 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2026 67,119 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault and traction control light on (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 59,742 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 58,771 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 57,221 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front tyres starting to wear on edges

Fail 24 Jan 2020 57,216 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front tyres starting to wear on edges

Pass 17 Jan 2019 48,154 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 35,297 miles

front and rear brake discs inner face corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2016 25,380 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 25,380 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2016 21,011 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2015 16,356 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake hose ferrules corroded

front tyres starting to split

wipers too big

Pass 15 May 2014 12,114 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 9,836 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 7,324 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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T666 HSV is a 2009 Vauxhall VXR8 in Red with a 6,162cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 Vauxhall VXR8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 44,574 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 VXR8 fails its MOT is suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, accounting for 148 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T666 HSV, 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 17 years old, this Vauxhall VXR8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T666 HSV registered?

T666 HSV is a 2009 Vauxhall VXR8, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is T666 HSV safe to buy?

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