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SA17 TVL

2017 Vauxhall Vivaro

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

150,121 mi
Last recorded150,121 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Vauxhall Vivaro72,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA17 TVL
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 150,121 miles

Rear bumper damaged no sharp edges

Front bumper damaged no sharp edges

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 8 Nov 2025 150,121 miles

Front bumper damaged no sharp edges

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear bumper damaged no sharp edges

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2024 119,256 miles

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 105,283 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2023 105,283 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 70,356 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2022 70,222 miles

Central Front Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced leg (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Oct 2022 70,152 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 58,819 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 58,803 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 53,620 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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SA17 TVL is a 2017 Vauxhall Vivaro in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2017 Vauxhall Vivaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 72,647 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 SA17 TVL, 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 9 years old, this Vauxhall Vivaro is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SA17 TVL registered?

SA17 TVL is a 2017 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 24 March 2017.

Is SA17 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA17 TVL shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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