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VX02 YOB

2002 Vauxhall VX220

Silver Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,653 mi
Last recorded76,653 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall VX22045,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX02 YOB
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 76,653 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 75,208 miles

front registration plate damaged

Fail 5 Sep 2024 75,208 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

front registration plate damaged

Pass 15 Aug 2023 73,511 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Original test by I.H .Buckland 14.08.2023

undertray fitted unable to check chassis condition front and rear

Fail 14 Aug 2023 73,509 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high needs slight adjustment (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undertray fitted unable to check chassis condition front and rear

Pass 4 Jun 2022 70,321 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 May 2022 70,317 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 68,585 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 66,975 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 62,641 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 61,852 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 60,842 miles

Due to vehicle construction many underbody components are obscured preventing a full inspection

Offside Rear Tyre has advanced inner wear

Pass 18 May 2015 59,498 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 58,597 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 May 2013 58,076 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2013 58,076 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 56,593 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 May 2011 54,700 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 53,177 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 53,177 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 50,888 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 45,089 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 45,085 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 37,476 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 37,476 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 39,476 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 37,503 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 37,503 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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VX02 YOB is a 2002 Vauxhall VX220 in Silver with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Vauxhall VX220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 45,891 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 VX220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 888 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX02 YOB, 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 24 years old, this Vauxhall VX220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX02 YOB registered?

VX02 YOB is a 2002 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 19 June 2002.

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