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T30 HSV

2012 Vauxhall VXR8

Black Petrol 6162cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

77,220 mi
Last recorded77,220 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall VXR851,879 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT30 HSV
MakeVauxhall
ModelVXR8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,162cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 77,220 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 75,980 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 74,901 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 73,872 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 69,693 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 64,866 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 58,428 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 47,633 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 47,611 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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 8 Jul 2015 43,400 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall VXR8?

Based on 9,079 MOT tests across 659 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
3,311
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 148
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 135
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 69
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 50
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 49
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T30 HSV is a 2012 Vauxhall VXR8 in Black with a 6,162cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2012 Vauxhall VXR8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.7% with a typical mileage of 51,879 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall VXR8 fails its MOT is suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, accounting for 148 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T30 HSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall VXR8 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Vauxhall VXR8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T30 HSV?

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What year was T30 HSV registered?

T30 HSV is a 2012 Vauxhall VXR8, first registered on 6 July 2012.

Is T30 HSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T30 HSV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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