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FM08 ESG

2008 Vauxhall Vivaro

Black Diesel 2464cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

128,425 mi
Last recorded128,425 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro110,885 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 ESG
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,464cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 128,425 miles
Fail 27 May 2026 128,422 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 127,667 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2025 127,667 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 May 2024 126,479 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber corroding and starting to leak

Offside Front shock absorber corroded

Offside headlamp aim pattern poor

hazard switch deteriorated

rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode

wipers poor

Pass 2 Dec 2022 124,791 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front OSF headlamp aim pattern poor

Fail 25 Nov 2022 124,791 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front OSF headlamp aim pattern poor

vehicle inspection light on

Pass 2 Dec 2021 123,297 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 120,129 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 117,104 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 111,934 miles

All shock absorbers corroded

Front and rear brake discs corroded

oil leak from engine

Pass 3 Oct 2017 107,007 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 107,007 miles

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2016 99,367 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Oct 2016 99,367 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 89,740 miles

Nearside Rear nearside rear tyre getting low

Pass 21 Oct 2014 83,527 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 82,527 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

front and rear discs worn and edges corroded

front brake pads getting low

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 24 Oct 2013 74,867 miles

front discs worn

offside rear discs rusty outer edge

under tray fitted obscuring view of components

Fail 24 Oct 2013 74,867 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

engine warning light on

front discs worn

offside rear discs rusty outer edge

under tray fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 4 Oct 2012 64,395 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 63,910 miles

front barke discs wearing thin

Pass 12 Jul 2011 62,771 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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FM08 ESG is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro in Black with a 2,464cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 FM08 ESG, 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 FM08 ESG registered?

FM08 ESG is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is FM08 ESG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 ESG shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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