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Y249 EEB

2001 Vauxhall VX220

Blue Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

74,210 mi
Last recorded74,210 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall VX22048,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY249 EEB
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 74,210 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 73,286 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2025 73,286 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2025 73,286 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 73,279 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2024 73,279 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 73,189 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 72,899 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 72,220 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 71,095 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 69,457 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 69,452 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 67,101 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 65,072 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 62,659 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 60,135 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 58,436 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 58,421 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 55,275 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 51,533 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 47,454 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 46,423 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 46,421 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2006 39,369 miles
Pass 24 May 2005 33,518 miles

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

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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Y249 EEB is a 2001 Vauxhall VX220 in Blue with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2001 Vauxhall VX220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 48,624 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 Y249 EEB, 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 25 years old, this Vauxhall VX220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y249 EEB registered?

Y249 EEB is a 2001 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 8 June 2001.

Is Y249 EEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y249 EEB shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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