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EJ08 XKT

2008 Vauxhall Vivaro

Yellow Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

197,016 mi
Last recorded197,016 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro110,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 XKT
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 197,016 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 197,015 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 186,934 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Aug 2016 186,934 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

Fail 16 Jul 2015 175,663 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 175,663 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2015 174,462 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Oil leak

front and rear wheel rims corroded

Fail 21 Jul 2014 177,654 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 177,654 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 158,144 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 123,936 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 95,785 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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EJ08 XKT is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro in Yellow with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 110,885 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 EJ08 XKT, 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 18 years old, this Vauxhall Vivaro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EJ08 XKT registered?

EJ08 XKT is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 26 June 2008.

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