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DA53 VKN

2003 Vauxhall Vivaro

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

198,453 mi
Last recorded198,453 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Vivaro113,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 VKN
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2017 198,453 miles

both rear tyres on legal limit

play in n/s/f link pin

Pass 13 Dec 2016 186,949 miles

both front tyres bald on inner edge + on limit

both rear tyres heavily perished nearly through to inner cords + cut in o/s/r

front brake pads thin

o/s headlight image poor

play in n/s/f ball joint on limit

play in n/s/f link pin

rear brake pads well thin on limit

Pass 3 Dec 2015 173,579 miles

both rear tyres heavily perished nearly through to inner cords

slight play in steering rack both sides

Fail 3 Dec 2015 173,574 miles

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

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

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

both rear tyres heavily perished nearly through to inner cords

slight play in steering rack both sides

Pass 5 Dec 2014 160,545 miles

front brake pads well thin

some play in steering rack both sides

Fail 5 Dec 2014 160,545 miles

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

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

front brake pads well thin

some play in steering rack both sides

Pass 19 Nov 2013 145,092 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 141,612 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2011 137,634 miles

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight free play at anchorage (2.3.4c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight free play at anchorage (2.3.4c)

Pass 3 Dec 2011 137,634 miles

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight free play at anchorage (2.3.4c)

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight free play at anchorage (2.3.4c)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 125,484 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 125,481 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2010 107,618 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2010 107,551 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 89,205 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 77,630 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 77,630 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 62,531 miles

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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DA53 VKN is a 2003 Vauxhall Vivaro in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Vivaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 113,068 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DA53 VKN, 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 23 years old, this Vauxhall Vivaro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DA53 VKN is a 2003 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 24 November 2003.

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