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V121 PBS

2012 Vauxhall Vivaro

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

32,967 mi
Last recorded32,967 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro102,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV121 PBS
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 32,967 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2026 32,967 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2025 29,991 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 27,249 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 23,690 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 21,328 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 20,408 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 18,974 miles

Nearside Front brake fluid looks discoloured

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Feb 2019 15,411 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 14,489 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 12,100 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

power steering oil just above min

Pass 26 Feb 2016 9,721 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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V121 PBS is a 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 V121 PBS, 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.

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What year was V121 PBS registered?

V121 PBS is a 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is V121 PBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V121 PBS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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