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FE55 VEM

2005 Vauxhall Vivaro

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

133,723 mi
Last recorded133,723 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Vivaro107,499 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 VEM
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 133,723 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 127,380 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

corrosion to underside and suspension components

Pass 14 Feb 2024 121,270 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 115,636 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Feb 2023 115,636 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 109,532 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 104,623 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 99,733 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 92,944 miles

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Sep 2017 84,369 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 84,369 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 80,632 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 74,797 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 70,523 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 63,522 miles

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

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

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

both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 23 Aug 2013 63,522 miles

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

both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 21 Aug 2012 54,399 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 45,599 miles

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

both rear tyres have shoulder wear

Fail 19 Aug 2010 37,051 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear tyre outer sidewall in poor condition.

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 37,051 miles

Nearside rear tyre outer sidewall in poor condition.

Pass 28 Jun 2010 37,140 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 34,193 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 27,002 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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FE55 VEM is a 2005 Vauxhall Vivaro in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 FE55 VEM, 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 FE55 VEM registered?

FE55 VEM is a 2005 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 16 September 2005.

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