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DV55 RYF

2005 Vauxhall Vivaro

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

164,466 mi
Last recorded164,466 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Vivaro107,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 RYF
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2015 164,466 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 164,465 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 159,521 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 153,881 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 146,741 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 140,328 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2011 140,328 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 179,496 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 179,496 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 121,831 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2009 121,831 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2008 113,671 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 113,671 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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DV55 RYF is a 2005 Vauxhall Vivaro in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2005 Vauxhall Vivaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 107,499 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 DV55 RYF, 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 21 years old, this Vauxhall Vivaro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DV55 RYF registered?

DV55 RYF is a 2005 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 5 December 2005.

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