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EX08 ZGJ

2008 Vauxhall Vivaro

Yellow Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

188,250 mi
Last recorded188,250 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro110,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 ZGJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2024 188,250 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2024 188,249 miles

Headlamp aim too low both and unable to adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Position lamp not working all (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 186,849 miles

oil leak

under body corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2020 184,947 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front MacPherson strut top mount has slight play

Pass 21 Jun 2019 183,898 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper top mount

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

Offside Front Upper top mount

Pass 30 Jun 2018 182,692 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 174,006 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 164,244 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front tyres have cut sidewalls

Pass 15 Dec 2014 150,491 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2014 145,117 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 127,296 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 102,479 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 102,479 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 75,988 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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EX08 ZGJ is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro in Yellow with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 EX08 ZGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX08 ZGJ registered?

EX08 ZGJ is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is EX08 ZGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 ZGJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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