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VA57 OVP

2008 Vauxhall Vivaro

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

87,264 mi
Last recorded87,264 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro110,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA57 OVP
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 87,264 miles

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

Slight lift in both front strut tops

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

Fail 6 Jan 2026 87,264 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Slight lift in both front strut tops

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

Pass 6 Jan 2025 84,823 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In clip behind fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Slight lift in both front strut tops

Pass 6 Jan 2024 82,789 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2024 82,787 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 80,642 miles

Slight lift in both front strut tops

Pass 6 Jan 2022 78,736 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In clips behind fuel tank X2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 77,224 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2021 77,224 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 74,670 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 71,878 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Jan 2019 71,878 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 68,204 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre heavily worn on outer edge

Pass 14 Dec 2016 63,263 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 55,368 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 49,495 miles

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Dec 2014 49,494 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 43,546 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 38,395 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Oil leak

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Dec 2012 38,394 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Oil leak

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2011 35,342 miles

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

o/s/f & o/s/r tyres on 3mm

rear brake disc's rusty

Fail 17 Dec 2010 29,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 29,668 miles

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

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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VA57 OVP is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 VA57 OVP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VA57 OVP registered?

VA57 OVP is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 2 January 2008.

Is VA57 OVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA57 OVP shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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