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BV53 FUJ

2003 Vauxhall VX220

Red Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

72,091 mi
Last recorded72,091 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall VX22039,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 FUJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 72,091 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 71,223 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 70,535 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 69,753 miles

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2021 68,685 miles

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2020 67,094 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 64,759 miles

sill covers and under trays fitted

Fail 17 Jan 2019 64,759 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small (0.1 (d))

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2018 63,918 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 59,671 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 58,519 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 55,457 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 52,195 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 49,721 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 46,900 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 46,900 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 43,481 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 40,892 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 36,538 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 32,655 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 29 Sep 2007 32,358 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 25,946 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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BV53 FUJ is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220 in Red with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BV53 FUJ, 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 BV53 FUJ registered?

BV53 FUJ is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is BV53 FUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV53 FUJ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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