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FG56 VDM

2006 Vauxhall Vivaro

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

176,521 mi
Last recorded176,521 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Vauxhall Vivaro106,157 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 VDM
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 176,521 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2024 176,367 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 163,795 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 157,816 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 137,055 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 122,611 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2018 122,364 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 76,693 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 58,403 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 46,915 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 46,892 miles

Nearside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 31,471 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 26,600 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 14,094 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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FG56 VDM is a 2006 Vauxhall Vivaro in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2006 Vauxhall Vivaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 106,157 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 FG56 VDM, 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 20 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 FG56 VDM registered?

FG56 VDM is a 2006 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 26 October 2006.

Is FG56 VDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG56 VDM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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