2000 Vauxhall Vx220 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Vx220 models manufactured in 2000, based on 221 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2000 Vauxhall Vx220 MOT Analysis
The 2000 Vauxhall Vx220 has an MOT pass rate of 71.0% based on 221 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 59,282 miles on the odometer. With a 29.0% failure rate, the 2000 Vx220 is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2000 Vauxhall Vx220 is Suspension, responsible for 0.5% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500.
Top failures specific to 2000 models only. The overall Vx220 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 0.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 59,282 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 0.08 | 0.5% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2000 Vauxhall Vx220 has an MOT pass rate of 71.0% based on 221 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 59,282 miles on the odometer. With a 29.0% failure rate, the 2000 Vx220 is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2000 Vauxhall Vx220, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. At 59,282 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Suspension — 0.5% of failures
Suspension issues account for 0.5% of MOT failures on 2000 Vauxhall Vx220 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.