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AB08 YXD

2008 Vauxhall Meriva

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

89,944 mi
Last recorded89,944 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Meriva58,938 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 YXD
MakeVauxhall
ModelMeriva
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2022 89,944 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 85,625 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 85,601 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 81,841 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Jul 2019 81,841 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 75,178 miles

Front brake discs heavily lipped/worn

Rear brake discs heavily lipped/worn

Fail 13 Jul 2018 75,178 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front brake discs heavily lipped/worn

Rear brake discs heavily lipped/worn

Pass 13 Jul 2017 70,119 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 70,117 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 63,565 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 55,857 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 47,113 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 47,113 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 39,630 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 39,544 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 34,798 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 9 Jul 2011 27,704 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Meriva?

Based on 2,820,552 MOT tests across 186,055 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
5,593
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
186,055
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,414
Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,354
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 45,385
coil spring broken 39,596
Stop lamp not working 39,031
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AB08 YXD is a 2008 Vauxhall Meriva in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Meriva models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 58,938 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Meriva fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59,414 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB08 YXD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Meriva typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Vauxhall Meriva is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AB08 YXD registered?

AB08 YXD is a 2008 Vauxhall Meriva, first registered on 26 June 2008.

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The MOT history for AB08 YXD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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