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LX08 DEU

2008 Vauxhall Vivaro

White Diesel 2464cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

181,017 mi
Last recorded181,017 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro110,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 DEU
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,464cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 181,017 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

corrosion to both front outer chassis legs

engine management light on (date of first use 01/05/2008)

Fail 4 Apr 2019 181,012 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

corrosion to both front outer chassis legs

engine management light on (date of first use 01/05/2008)

Pass 26 Mar 2018 178,719 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 178,719 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 175,412 miles

Nearside Front Cut in outer wall no cords showing.

Tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 7 Apr 2016 169,995 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 1 Apr 2016 169,717 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both front brake hoses insecure

engine oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2015 163,979 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 127,314 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 112,244 miles

nearside front drive shaft inner rubber gaiter slightly split

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 19 Apr 2011 88,064 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 88,064 miles

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

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

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

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

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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LX08 DEU is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro in White with a 2,464cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 110,885 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 LX08 DEU, 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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LX08 DEU is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 1 May 2008.

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