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MD08 RXB

2008 Vauxhall Vivaro

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

175,934 mi
Last recorded175,934 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro110,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD08 RXB
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2020 175,934 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Jul 2020 175,928 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 162,133 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 162,130 miles

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel Hand brake (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 157,161 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 11 Jan 2018 157,161 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 153,224 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 142,086 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 142,082 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 127,658 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 127,658 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 124,579 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 118,509 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 92,831 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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MD08 RXB is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MD08 RXB, 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 MD08 RXB registered?

MD08 RXB is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 29 August 2008.

Is MD08 RXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD08 RXB shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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