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Vauxhall VXR8

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 5,967 cc

V8 DXEMOT history

V8 DXE is a black petrol Vauxhall VXR8 first used on 14 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 137,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
137,357 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,211 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 DXE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
VXR8
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 DXE was last recorded at 137,357 miles on 28 Mar 2026, 6,555 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,802 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,555 miles
Average per year
7,211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,357 miles
  • 2025 – 130,802 miles
  • 2024 – 127,085 miles
  • 2023 – 124,809 miles
  • 2022 – 121,714 miles
  • 2021 – 119,094 miles
  • 2020 – 115,614 miles
  • 2018 – 108,666 miles
  • 2017 – 100,835 miles
  • 2016 – 89,360 miles
  • 2015 – 65,815 miles
  • 2014 – 53,776 miles
  • 2013 – 48,073 miles
  • 2012 – 38,932 miles
  • 2011 – 32,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,357 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,357 miles (+6,555)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    137,357 miles
    Test number
    121213376491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass130,802 miles (+3,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    130,802 miles
    Test number
    386409602721
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass127,085 miles (+2,276)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    127,085 miles
    Test number
    545295013901
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass124,809 miles (+3,095)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    124,809 miles
    Test number
    648304418107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass121,714 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    121,714 miles
    Test number
    205793306779
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail121,714 miles (+2,620)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,714 miles
    Test number
    376604109266
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass119,094 miles (+7)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    119,094 miles
    Test number
    185013678382
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail119,087 miles (+3,473)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,087 miles
    Test number
    900338842953
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  9. Pass115,614 miles (+6,948)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    115,614 miles
    Test number
    568076718565
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre Void of Tread

  10. Pass108,666 miles (+7,831)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    108,666 miles
    Test number
    157208143751
    • AdvisorySmall chip evident in zone A

  11. Pass100,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    100,835 miles
    Test number
    817489075926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail100,835 miles (+11,475)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,835 miles
    Test number
    318056804874
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass89,360 miles (+23,545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    89,360 miles
    Test number
    894384284484
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass65,815 miles (+12,039)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    65,815 miles
    Test number
    246518475196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyre void of tread on inside edge

  15. Pass53,776 miles (+5,703)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    53,776 miles
    Test number
    238114684144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,073 miles (+9,141)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,073 miles
    Test number
    228638973253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    38,932 miles
    Test number
    365295462435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail38,932 miles (+6,365)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,932 miles
    Test number
    579465362272
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass32,567 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    32,567 miles
    Test number
    217258251218
    • NoteCut in n/s/f sidewall
    • NoteN/s wiper blade torn

Questions about V8 DXE

Does V8 DXE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 DXE is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 DXE?
The MOT on V8 DXE is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 DXE done?
V8 DXE was recorded at 137,357 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2026, an average of 7,211 miles a year.
Has V8 DXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 DXE has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on V8 DXE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V8 DXE find?
V8 DXE passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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