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OV62 KNU

2012 Vauxhall Vivaro

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

143,248 mi
Last recorded143,248 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro102,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV62 KNU
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 143,248 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 141,026 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 138,573 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 135,875 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 132,956 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 123,712 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Sep 2020 123,712 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 118,404 miles

Central Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Sep 2018 105,844 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 105,844 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened excessive lift (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened stiff in operation (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 95,171 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 95,171 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 83,947 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 58,216 miles

advise front number plate peeling in places

advise wiper blades poor condition

Fail 19 Oct 2015 58,216 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

advise front number plate peeling in places

advise wiper blades poor condition

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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OV62 KNU is a 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 102,326 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 OV62 KNU, 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 14 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 OV62 KNU registered?

OV62 KNU is a 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 25 October 2012.

Is OV62 KNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV62 KNU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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