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KB03 NSU

2003 Opel Vivaro

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

128,270 mi
Last recorded128,270 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Opel Vivaro102,424 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB03 NSU
MakeOpel
ModelVivaro
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 128,270 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 124,601 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 121,751 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 117,797 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 112,804 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2019 112,790 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 107,414 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 107,396 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 101,560 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 97,442 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 86,918 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 86,994 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 80,245 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 66,823 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 53,665 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 42,390 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 36,862 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 28,210 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 18,994 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 10,278 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 169 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 169 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Opel Vivaro?

Based on 2,731 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
7,205
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 144
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 101
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 85
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 84
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KB03 NSU is a 2003 Opel Vivaro in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Opel Vivaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 102,424 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Opel Vivaro fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 144 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KB03 NSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Vivaro typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Opel Vivaro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KB03 NSU registered?

KB03 NSU is a 2003 Opel Vivaro, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is KB03 NSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KB03 NSU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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