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AD53 DLU

2003 Vauxhall VX220

Silver Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

25,228 mi
Last recorded25,228 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall VX22039,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 DLU
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2016 25,228 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 23,185 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 23,177 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres starting to split and crack

both front wheels slightly binding

oil leak but unable to see where from as fitted with undertrays

Pass 13 Nov 2014 21,370 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 21,370 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Tyres Perished

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Wiper Blade Split

Pass 15 Nov 2013 15,865 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 15,261 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 14,827 miles

front tyres slightly perished

rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 6 Sep 2010 13,128 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 13,128 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 13,003 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 11,444 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 7,066 miles

crack in front number plate.

Fail 1 May 2007 7,066 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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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AD53 DLU is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220 in Silver with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall VX220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 39,608 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 AD53 DLU, 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 23 years old, this Vauxhall VX220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AD53 DLU registered?

AD53 DLU is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is AD53 DLU safe to buy?

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