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DU12 VEV

2012 Vauxhall Vivaro

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2023
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

195,072 mi
Last recorded195,072 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro102,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU12 VEV
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 9 Nov 2023 195,072 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust system insecure between dpf and tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.6.1 (b))

wipers only working on fast speed

Pass 21 Nov 2022 174,858 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre has (3mm) left on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected Lens damaged (4.6.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre has (3mm) left on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Nov 2022 174,849 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Securing clip has broken (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended Seatbelt does not fasten into buckle (7.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Brake pipes along rear axle excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre has (3-4mm) left (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Reverse lamp lens slightly damaged

Rear Exhaust silencer heatshield has become detached and was resting on top of the exhaust silencer

Pass 15 Nov 2021 156,057 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2021 156,057 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear brake pipes after fuel tank excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Brake pipe going into arch excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe coming from engine bay to rear slightly corroded near first supporting clip (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread getting low (4mm) left (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked across tread pattern and on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread getting low (4mm) left (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked across tread pattern and on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 135,484 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 @ fuel tank slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Aug 2020 135,471 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 @ fuel tank slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 122,254 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 6 Aug 2019 122,254 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 115,366 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 115,365 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt damaged centre row (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Reversing lamp likely to become detached damaged (4.6.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2017 105,100 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 93,774 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 93,774 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 48,931 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 30 Apr 2014 34,092 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 34,092 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 19,689 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 VEV is a 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 DU12 VEV, 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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DU12 VEV is a 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 14 May 2012.

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