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VE52 LYG

2003 Vauxhall VX220

Blue Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

74,527 mi
Last recorded74,527 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall VX22039,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE52 LYG
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 74,527 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Sep 2024 74,059 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Oct 2023 72,918 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 71,830 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 69,922 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 69,054 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 67,341 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 65,159 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 63,549 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 60,130 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)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 55,369 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 52,967 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 50,124 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 50,124 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 48,167 miles

brake servo hose starting to perrish (by servo)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 43,618 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 43,617 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 41,535 miles

rear tyres cracking

Pass 12 Mar 2009 40,541 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 40,502 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 37,088 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 29,793 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 22,301 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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VE52 LYG is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220 in Blue with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 VE52 LYG, 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

How do I check the history of VE52 LYG?

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What year was VE52 LYG registered?

VE52 LYG is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 23 January 2003.

Is VE52 LYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE52 LYG shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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