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NU05 FTP

2005 Vauxhall VX220

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

28,092 mi
Last recorded28,092 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall VX22031,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU05 FTP
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 28,092 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 26,840 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 26,461 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 25,423 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 25,423 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 23,925 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 22,520 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 19,325 miles

covers and under trays fitted

Pass 11 May 2018 17,075 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 16,904 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 15,106 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 14,328 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 13,458 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2014 13,245 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2013 13,116 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Jan 2013 13,116 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Feb 2012 13,042 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 12,719 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 12,139 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 10,568 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 13 Feb 2009 10,546 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 7,555 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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NU05 FTP is a 2005 Vauxhall VX220 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2005 Vauxhall VX220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 31,656 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 NU05 FTP, 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 21 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 NU05 FTP registered?

NU05 FTP is a 2005 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is NU05 FTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU05 FTP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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