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VU56 AKO

2006 Vauxhall VX220

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,605 mi
Last recorded36,605 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2016
Typical for 2006 Vauxhall VX22026,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU56 AKO
MakeVauxhall
ModelVX220
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2016 36,605 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 35,906 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 27,286 miles

rear lights units tinted

Pass 31 Oct 2013 26,684 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Oct 2013 26,684 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2012 24,792 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 20,365 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 20,332 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2010 15,183 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 8,900 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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VU56 AKO is a 2006 Vauxhall VX220 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VU56 AKO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU56 AKO registered?

VU56 AKO is a 2006 Vauxhall VX220, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is VU56 AKO safe to buy?

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