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NX08 ZHW

2008 Vauxhall Vivaro

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

164,103 mi
Last recorded164,103 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro110,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX08 ZHW
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 164,103 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 157,450 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2024 157,444 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 147,785 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 137,277 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 129,338 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2021 129,338 miles

Front Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2019 123,326 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 122,742 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 122,481 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 110,874 miles

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

Parking brake just meets efficiency requirements.

Rear steel brake pipes showing slight corrosion.

Pass 22 Mar 2016 100,621 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 90,089 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 77,979 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 69,404 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 69,404 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 58,316 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 58,316 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 48,450 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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NX08 ZHW is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 NX08 ZHW, 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 NX08 ZHW registered?

NX08 ZHW is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 5 March 2008.

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