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NL57 SBX

2008 Vauxhall Vivaro

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

164,396 mi
Last recorded164,396 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro110,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL57 SBX
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 164,396 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 163,273 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2024 162,553 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2023 162,506 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2023 162,506 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Fuel pipe insecure Fuel pump for diesel heater unsecure hose hanging down to exhaust (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 161,387 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 159,350 miles

Front Brake disc inner surface heavily corroded.

Pass 9 Jul 2020 157,193 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Slight perishing on all 4 tyre valves

Pass 6 Jul 2019 156,347 miles

Engine sump corroded.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 153,815 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 151,033 miles

Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed centre (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 141,604 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 135,483 miles

Centre seatbelt isstarting to wear on edges

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 May 2015 135,441 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Centre seatbelt isstarting to wear on edges

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 128,305 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 104,405 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 86,232 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 70,740 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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NL57 SBX is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NL57 SBX, 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 NL57 SBX registered?

NL57 SBX is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 14 January 2008.

Is NL57 SBX safe to buy?

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