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M33 HEL

2001 Vauxhall VX220

Black Petrol 3598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,419 mi
Last recorded27,419 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall VX22048,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM33 HEL
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2025 27,419 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 27,186 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2021 27,135 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 yokohama (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 26,032 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 23,462 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 19,402 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 15,799 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 11,497 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 8,608 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 6,322 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Aug 2013 5,519 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2012 4,860 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 2,567 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 91,539 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 86,637 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 81,364 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 74,844 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 67,186 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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M33 HEL is a 2001 Vauxhall VX220 in Black with a 3,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Vauxhall VX220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 48,624 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 M33 HEL, 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 25 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 M33 HEL registered?

M33 HEL is a 2001 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 8 March 2001.

Is M33 HEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M33 HEL shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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