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AK12 VSL

2012 Vauxhall Vivaro

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

149,873 mi
Last recorded149,873 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro102,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 VSL
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 149,873 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 147,377 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes corroded (at rear) (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front jacking point / step area corroded and holed both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Nov 2024 147,145 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light white (4.5.4 (a))

Reversing lamp does not emit a steady white light red (4.6.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes corroded (at rear) (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front jacking point / step area corroded and holed both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated grease escaping (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 143,124 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 139,563 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Jan 2023 139,506 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 132,410 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 20 Jan 2022 132,404 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

note : whole vehicle underside - mud coated

Pass 25 Sep 2020 123,535 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 123,532 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 May 2019 107,299 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 92,407 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 92,355 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 80,211 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 66,580 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 66,580 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 54,299 miles

offside rear tyre becoming mis-shapen

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Vivaro?

Based on 3,853,716 MOT tests across 280,649 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
8,329
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
280,649
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 144,341
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 70,699
position lamp(s) not working 68,920
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 66,403
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 53,993
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AK12 VSL is a 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 102,326 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Vivaro fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 144,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK12 VSL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Vivaro typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 14 years old, this Vauxhall Vivaro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AK12 VSL is a 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 30 April 2012.

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