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MD53 STS

2008 Vauxhall Vivaro

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

194,264 mi
Last recorded194,264 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro110,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD53 STS
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2019 194,264 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 194,264 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 180,495 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 169,597 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 152,942 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 136,250 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 115,780 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 90,353 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 90,353 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Oct 2011 69,567 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 69,567 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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MD53 STS is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MD53 STS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MD53 STS registered?

MD53 STS is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 24 October 2008.

Is MD53 STS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD53 STS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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