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VE61 NKS

2011 Vauxhall Vivaro

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

94,772 mi
Last recorded94,772 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2026
Typical for 2011 Vauxhall Vivaro106,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE61 NKS
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2026 94,772 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2026 94,771 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2025 87,968 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil leaks

Pass 14 May 2024 79,029 miles
Fail 9 May 2024 79,028 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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))

offside corner of front bumper damaged and loose

Pass 23 May 2023 75,954 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 75,954 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 May 2022 73,546 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 73,546 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2021 70,205 miles

new discs and pads all round

Fail 26 May 2021 70,203 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides inside edges (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides coming off when lock (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides inside edges (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 63,564 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 55,928 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 48,053 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 48,053 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 32,576 miles

Nearside Front washer jet partially blocked

Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 19,980 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 11,351 miles

ADVISE ONLY... All 4 brake discs are showing signs of wear & corrosion

Fail 2 Dec 2014 11,351 miles

ADVISE ONLY... All 4 brake discs are showing signs of wear & corrosion

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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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VE61 NKS is a 2011 Vauxhall Vivaro in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2011 Vauxhall Vivaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 106,219 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 VE61 NKS, 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 15 years old, this Vauxhall Vivaro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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VE61 NKS is a 2011 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 22 December 2011.

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