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VX17 VRC

2017 Vauxhall VXR8

Blue Petrol 6162cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,162 mi
Last recorded24,162 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX17 VRC
MakeVauxhall
ModelVXR8
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,162cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 24,162 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2025 23,438 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 21,651 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 18,991 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 15,719 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides starting to crack in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 13,535 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 10,870 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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VX17 VRC is a 2017 Vauxhall VXR8 in Blue with a 6,162cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VX17 VRC, 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 9 years old, this Vauxhall VXR8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VX17 VRC?

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What year was VX17 VRC registered?

VX17 VRC is a 2017 Vauxhall VXR8, first registered on 9 August 2017.

Is VX17 VRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX17 VRC shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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