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DU12 UTE

2012 Vauxhall Vivaro

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,015 mi
Last recorded134,015 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro102,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU12 UTE
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 134,015 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2026 134,015 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2025 128,548 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 122,478 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2024 122,478 miles

Front Position lamp not working Both front lights not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Retaining clip detached. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 115,635 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 110,120 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 106,887 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 103,103 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 99,276 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 99,276 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged chafing on suspension arm (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 93,495 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 87,780 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 80,576 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 80,576 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 73,137 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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DU12 UTE is a 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 DU12 UTE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DU12 UTE registered?

DU12 UTE is a 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 3 May 2012.

Is DU12 UTE safe to buy?

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