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AP03 KDK

2003 Vauxhall VX220

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,936 mi
Last recorded74,936 miles
Recorded on22 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall VX22039,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 KDK
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2015 74,936 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 74,936 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 73,352 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 72,704 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)

Fail 7 Jun 2013 72,697 miles

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

Centre Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Centre Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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 2 Jun 2012 72,041 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight split n/s/ outer sill cover

Fail 28 May 2012 72,024 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight split n/s/ outer sill cover

Pass 7 Mar 2011 65,609 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 56,401 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 46,767 miles

all tyres low on tread

Pass 16 Oct 2007 41,688 miles

note - full under floor body tray fitted visual access to testable items restricted

o/s and n/s rear wheel arch trim screws loose

odd size tyres front to rear

slight "blow" on exhaust system unable to see section

Pass 4 Jul 2006 33,677 miles

front number plate cracked

rear pads getting low

slight play in front wishbone bushes

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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AP03 KDK is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AP03 KDK, 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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AP03 KDK is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 5 July 2003.

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