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BV12 BUP

2012 Vauxhall Vivaro

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

153,679 mi
Last recorded153,679 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro102,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 BUP
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 153,679 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2026 153,646 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 151,686 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 150,293 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 149,018 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 148,948 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 136,412 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 129,484 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 122,467 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 122,462 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 110,379 miles

both front top strut mountings stiff in operation

under tray fitted obscuring some components

Fail 4 Apr 2016 110,379 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit devoid of tread inner edge replace soon (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/65/16 (devoid of tread inner edge replace soon (4.1.E.1)

both front top strut mountings stiff in operation

under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 Apr 2015 97,914 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 97,914 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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BV12 BUP is a 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 BV12 BUP, 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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BV12 BUP is a 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 27 April 2012.

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