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Y40 VXR

2009 Vauxhall VXR8

Red Petrol 6162cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

33,120 mi
Last recorded33,120 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall VXR844,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY40 VXR
MakeVauxhall
ModelVXR8
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,162cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 33,120 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 32,728 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 29,226 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 24,732 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 23,050 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 23,050 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 22,012 miles

slight fault hazard warning switch

Pass 20 Feb 2017 21,059 miles

Both front tyres slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 8 Feb 2016 18,838 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 17,916 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 15,446 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 13,329 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 10,986 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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Y40 VXR is a 2009 Vauxhall VXR8 in Red with a 6,162cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2009 Vauxhall VXR8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 44,574 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y40 VXR, 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 17 years old, this Vauxhall VXR8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y40 VXR?

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What year was Y40 VXR registered?

Y40 VXR is a 2009 Vauxhall VXR8, first registered on 24 July 2009.

Is Y40 VXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y40 VXR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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