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VS04 MHJ

2003 Opel Vivaro

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,760 mi
Last recorded115,760 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Opel Vivaro102,424 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVS04 MHJ
MakeOpel
ModelVivaro
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2015 115,760 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ns+os (4.1.E.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 101,654 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 101,653 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front axel has tyre size 215/65 R16C

rear axle has tyre size 215/65R 16C

How Reliable is the Opel Vivaro?

Based on 2,731 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
7,205
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 144
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 101
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 85
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 84
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 84
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VS04 MHJ is a 2003 Opel Vivaro in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Opel Vivaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 102,424 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 Opel Vivaro fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 144 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VS04 MHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Vivaro typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Opel Vivaro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VS04 MHJ registered?

VS04 MHJ is a 2003 Opel Vivaro, first registered on 10 April 2003.

Is VS04 MHJ safe to buy?

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