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DP18 SMV

2018 Vauxhall Vivaro

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

82,269 mi
Last recorded82,269 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 Vauxhall Vivaro64,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP18 SMV
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 82,269 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged casing damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 1 Oct 2025 82,269 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged casing damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 71,984 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 62,459 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2023 62,438 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 50,350 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre non - repairable ( 20565/16 c ) ()

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 35,807 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin front ( inner ) brake pads very low advise changing asap (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

high visibility brake light not working

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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DP18 SMV is a 2018 Vauxhall Vivaro in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 Vauxhall Vivaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 64,306 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 DP18 SMV, 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 8 years old, this Vauxhall Vivaro is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DP18 SMV registered?

DP18 SMV is a 2018 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 30 June 2018.

Is DP18 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DP18 SMV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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