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EF05 SKX

2005 Vauxhall Vivaro

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

171,073 mi
Last recorded171,073 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Vivaro107,499 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 SKX
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2021 171,073 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 165,104 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 157,120 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 148,651 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 141,021 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 141,021 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 121,597 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 88,557 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 76,339 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 76,339 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2013 70,459 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 59,514 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 59,514 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both wipers smeering

Pass 3 Jun 2010 40,190 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 33,027 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 33,027 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 24,387 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 24,387 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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EF05 SKX is a 2005 Vauxhall Vivaro in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 EF05 SKX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EF05 SKX registered?

EF05 SKX is a 2005 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is EF05 SKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 SKX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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