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FJ02 HPV

2002 Vauxhall VX220

Red Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

74,134 mi
Last recorded74,134 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2013
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall VX22045,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ02 HPV
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2013 74,134 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 69,337 miles

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

fairly high travel on handbrake

hazard switch slighty damaged

nearside registration plate slightly dimm

Fail 20 Dec 2011 69,337 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

fairly high travel on handbrake

hazard switch slighty damaged

nearside registration plate slightly dimm

Pass 16 Dec 2010 62,708 miles

hazard switch partially damaged

Fail 16 Dec 2010 62,708 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

hazard switch partially damaged

Pass 21 Dec 2009 54,727 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2009 54,721 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 47,479 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 47,479 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 May 2007 40,064 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jan 2006 28,244 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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FJ02 HPV is a 2002 Vauxhall VX220 in Red with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 FJ02 HPV, 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.

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What year was FJ02 HPV registered?

FJ02 HPV is a 2002 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 10 March 2002.

Is FJ02 HPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ02 HPV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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