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55 VXL

2002 Vauxhall VX220

Blue Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

14,936 mi
Last recorded14,936 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall VX22045,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration55 VXL
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 14,936 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 14,848 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 14,813 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted & scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 14,738 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 14,674 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 14,261 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2018 14,095 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 13,984 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 13,821 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 13,732 miles

Centre Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 13,732 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 13,569 miles

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

front brake pipe ferruels corroded

front tyres starting to perish

Pass 13 Nov 2012 13,569 miles

front brake pipe ferruels corroded

front tyres starting to perish

Pass 23 Mar 2011 13,397 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 13,067 miles

surface corrosion to all four brake discs

Pass 30 Mar 2009 12,912 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 25 Mar 2008 12,398 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 11,908 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 10,097 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 10,095 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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55 VXL is a 2002 Vauxhall VX220 in Blue with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 55 VXL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 55 VXL registered?

55 VXL is a 2002 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 19 April 2002.

Is 55 VXL safe to buy?

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