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YF08 MVW

2008 Vauxhall Vivaro

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

249,313 mi
Last recorded249,313 miles
Recorded on5 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro110,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF08 MVW
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2016 249,313 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 217,316 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 179,107 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 179,107 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 23 Apr 2013 138,869 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside rear tyre worn thin on inner edge

Pass 23 Apr 2013 138,869 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre worn thin on inner edge

Fail 25 Apr 2012 108,988 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 108,988 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 79,276 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 79,276 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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YF08 MVW is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 YF08 MVW, 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 YF08 MVW registered?

YF08 MVW is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is YF08 MVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF08 MVW shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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