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Y888 TSS

2008 Vauxhall Vivaro

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,816 mi
Last recorded99,816 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro110,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY888 TSS
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 99,816 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2025 94,190 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Aug 2025 94,190 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2023 84,474 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively worn and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2023 84,427 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively worn and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 76,276 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 71,058 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 68,534 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 68,534 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2019 66,878 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 57,006 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 50,572 miles

slight play found in nearside front tie bar

Fail 2 Jul 2013 50,572 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

slight play found in nearside front tie bar

Pass 7 Jan 2012 29,306 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2012 29,306 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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Y888 TSS is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 110,885 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 Y888 TSS, 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.

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What year was Y888 TSS registered?

Y888 TSS is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is Y888 TSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y888 TSS shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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