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YR08 VLG

2008 Vauxhall Vivaro

White Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

164,745 mi
Last recorded164,745 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro110,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 VLG
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2024 164,745 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 154,311 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 148,717 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 142,326 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 135,337 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 131,199 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 124,991 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2017 116,645 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 107,742 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 17 Nov 2016 107,742 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2015 93,716 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2015 93,716 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 82,099 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2013 82,099 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 55,383 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 41,728 miles

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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YR08 VLG is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro in White with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 YR08 VLG, 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 YR08 VLG registered?

YR08 VLG is a 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is YR08 VLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 VLG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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