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LS03 VVX

2003 Vauxhall VX220

Silver Petrol 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

38,402 mi
Last recorded38,402 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall VX22039,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 VVX
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 38,402 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 37,759 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2024 37,759 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2023 36,573 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 35,059 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 33,975 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 33,222 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 32,326 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 30,761 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 29,309 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

coil spring corroded all four (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 26,351 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2015 75,151 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2014 71,090 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 63,177 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 55,893 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)

offside track rod end gaitor cracking up slightly.

windscreen scratched

wiper blade rubbing on screen and not 100% effective

Fail 16 May 2012 55,893 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

offside track rod end gaitor cracking up slightly.

windscreen scratched

wiper blade rubbing on screen and not 100% effective

Pass 10 Jun 2011 49,215 miles

advise heavey scratch in wind screen

Pass 20 May 2010 38,468 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2009 36,184 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine management light on

unable to inspect underside fully due to covering

Pass 13 Jun 2008 34,015 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 28,666 miles

damage to windscreen outside swept area

Pass 10 May 2006 20,896 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 20,896 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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LS03 VVX is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220 in Silver with a 2,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LS03 VVX, 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 LS03 VVX registered?

LS03 VVX is a 2003 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is LS03 VVX safe to buy?

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