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AU53 PXX

2003 Vauxhall VX220

Silver Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,871 mi
Last recorded39,871 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall VX22039,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 PXX
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2024 39,871 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2024 39,869 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2015 34,738 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all shock absorbers are slightly corroded

nearside front tyre perishing in tread

offside front tyre perishing in tread

Fail 28 Sep 2015 34,734 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all shock absorbers are slightly corroded

nearside front tyre perishing in tread

offside front tyre perishing in tread

Pass 6 Oct 2014 31,132 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 17 May 2013 28,069 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 24,039 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 20,442 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 14,877 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 6,495 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 6,333 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 5,956 miles

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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AU53 PXX is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220 in Silver with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 AU53 PXX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU53 PXX registered?

AU53 PXX is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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