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R16 VXT

2006 Vauxhall VX220

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

36,645 mi
Last recorded36,645 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Vauxhall VX22026,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR16 VXT
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 36,645 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 36,393 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 35,490 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 35,241 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 34,614 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 34,428 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 34,050 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 34,050 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2018 33,498 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2017 33,470 miles

Nearside Rear spring adjuster starting to corrode

covers fitted underside

Pass 23 Mar 2016 32,943 miles

Nearside Rear spring mounting plate starting to deteriorate

temporary rear view mirror fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2015 32,035 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

full length under trays fitted.

Pass 22 Apr 2014 30,771 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 30,530 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 28,070 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 25,470 miles

Nearside Front 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 23 Jul 2010 21,240 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 13,625 miles

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

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

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

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

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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R16 VXT is a 2006 Vauxhall VX220 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2006 Vauxhall VX220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 26,484 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 R16 VXT, 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 20 years old, this Vauxhall VX220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R16 VXT registered?

R16 VXT is a 2006 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 28 July 2006.

Is R16 VXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R16 VXT shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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