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AU08 SKN

2008 Vauxhall Vivaro

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2019
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

189,669 mi
Last recorded189,669 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro110,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 SKN
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2018 189,669 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on the inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on the inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 10 Apr 2018 189,668 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on the inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on the inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 182,066 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak ()

Fail 1 Dec 2016 182,061 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Dec 2015 173,425 miles

engine management light on

Fail 16 Dec 2015 173,423 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

engine management light on

Pass 20 Nov 2014 162,227 miles

engine light on

Fail 20 Nov 2014 162,227 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine light on

Pass 2 May 2013
Fail 25 Apr 2012 131,880 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 131,880 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 105,237 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 105,237 miles

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

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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AU08 SKN is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 110,885 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 AU08 SKN, 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 18 years old, this Vauxhall Vivaro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AU08 SKN is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 8 April 2008.

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