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FN08 VWU

2008 Vauxhall Vivaro

Yellow Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

133,393 mi
Last recorded133,393 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro110,885 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN08 VWU
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2018 133,393 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Aug 2018 133,393 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 125,539 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 120,341 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 115,248 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 109,840 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 102,950 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 96,945 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 93,049 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

front brake discs worn

n/s and o/s inner tie bars showing signs of wear

Pass 26 May 2011 93,049 miles

front brake discs worn

n/s and o/s inner tie bars showing signs of wear

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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FN08 VWU is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro in Yellow with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FN08 VWU, 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 FN08 VWU registered?

FN08 VWU is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FN08 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN08 VWU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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