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VU09 FWW

2009 Vauxhall Vivaro

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

171,213 mi
Last recorded171,213 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2020
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Vivaro106,533 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU09 FWW
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2020 171,213 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2020 171,156 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 16 Dec 2020 171,154 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface Reverse Light Reflector (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Leaking ()

Pass 17 Jun 2019 165,618 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 159,571 miles

Nearside Front TYRE WORN ON OUTER EDGE

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

Offside Front TYRE WORN ON OUTER EDGE

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

Pass 5 Nov 2016 147,258 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Fail 4 Nov 2016 147,258 miles

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

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

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

Nearside Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 136,302 miles

n/s outer centre sill below sliding door has traces off body filler fibre glass.

Pass 4 Nov 2014 134,287 miles

damage-deterioration front no plate

eml light on

n/s/r indecator begining to shine white light

unable to open rear doors from outside

Fail 4 Nov 2014 134,287 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

damage-deterioration front no plate

eml light on

n/s/r indecator begining to shine white light

rear brake pads begining to wear thin

unable to open rear doors from outside

Pass 7 Oct 2013 115,715 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 99,307 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 86,740 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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VU09 FWW is a 2009 Vauxhall Vivaro in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2009 Vauxhall Vivaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 106,533 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 VU09 FWW, 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 17 years old, this Vauxhall Vivaro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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VU09 FWW is a 2009 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 21 April 2009.

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