2005 Vauxhall Vectra 1.8L Petrol · FV55 LXN
2005 Vauxhall Vectra (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30 Nov 2005. Recorded mileage 154,639 miles. MOT expired on 22 Sept 2023.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL VECTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Sept 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 154,639 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FV55 LXN Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/09/2022
- 154,639 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 12 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
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FV55 LXN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2005 Vauxhall Vectra (FV55 LXN) between September 2022 and September 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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