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V8 VXB

2014 Vauxhall VXR8

Red Petrol 6162cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

22,963 mi
Last recorded22,963 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2014 Vauxhall VXR834,975 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 VXB
MakeVauxhall
ModelVXR8
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,162cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 22,963 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 22,336 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 21,834 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2023 21,834 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 20,636 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 17,949 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 17,942 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 15,698 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 15,698 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 12,364 miles

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

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

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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V8 VXB is a 2014 Vauxhall VXR8 in Red with a 6,162cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2014 Vauxhall VXR8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 34,975 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 V8 VXB, 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 12 years old, this Vauxhall VXR8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V8 VXB registered?

V8 VXB is a 2014 Vauxhall VXR8, first registered on 2 September 2014.

Is V8 VXB safe to buy?

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