Vauxhall VXR8 MOT Results

Registered in 2008

83.5% pass rate

from 109 tests in 2021

(60% better than other 2008 cars)

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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2008 cars and highlighted areas where the Vauxhall VXR8 is unusually good or bad.

5.5% fail on Suspension (65% better than other 2008 cars)
- 2.8% fail on Suspension arms
  - 1.8% fail on Ball joint
  - 0.92% fail on Ball joint dust cover
- 1.8% fail on Anti-roll bars
  - 0.92% fail on Linkage ball joints
  - 0.92% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
- 0.92% fail on Springs
  - 0.92% fail on Coil springs
    - 0.92% fail on Coil spring
5.5% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks
- 4.6% fail on Exhaust emissions
  - 4.6% fail on Spark ignition
    - 2.8% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
    - 1.8% fail on Catalyst emissions
- 0.92% fail on Fluid leaks
  - 0.92% fail on Hydraulic fluid leaks
3.7% fail on Brakes
- 2.8% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
  - 2.8% fail on Anti-lock braking system
- 0.92% fail on Mechanical brake components
  - 0.92% fail on Brake linings and pads
    - 0.92% fail on Brake pads
2.8% fail on Tyres
- 1.8% fail on Condition
- 0.92% fail on Tread depth
0.92% fail on Identification of the vehicle
- 0.92% fail on Registration plates
0.92% fail on Steering
- 0.92% fail on Steering gear
  - 0.92% fail on Steering rack
0.92% fail on Visibility
- 0.92% fail on Washers
0.92% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
- 0.92% fail on Stop lamp
0.92% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
- 0.92% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp

Read the Honest John Review

Vauxhall VXR8 (2007 - 2018)
Huge amount of performance and rear-drive fun for the money. Thunderous V8. Surprisingly practical with four-door body and large boot.