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L888 SWL

2003 Vauxhall VX220

Black Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,415 mi
Last recorded73,415 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall VX22039,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL888 SWL
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 73,415 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 73,198 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 72,737 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 72,059 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 71,858 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 70,981 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 69,215 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 69,208 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 67,126 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 19 Apr 2013 67,122 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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 5 Apr 2012 64,997 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Apr 2011 62,547 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 56,433 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 43,820 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 30,142 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 24,397 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 23,360 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 23,360 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b) DANGEROUS

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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L888 SWL is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220 in Black with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 L888 SWL, 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 L888 SWL registered?

L888 SWL is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is L888 SWL safe to buy?

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