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YX59 BAV

2009 Vauxhall Vivaro

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

88,956 mi
Last recorded88,956 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Vauxhall Vivaro106,533 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX59 BAV
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 88,956 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 87,145 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 85,411 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 81,063 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 May 2022 76,122 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 May 2022 76,121 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2021 71,141 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2020 64,114 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 64,001 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 51,308 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 37,438 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 28,577 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 28,572 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front suspension tops slightly siezed

drivers seat broken but meets MOT pass criteria

nearside front tyre kerb damaged and both front tyres abnormal wear, wheel alignment advised

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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YX59 BAV is a 2009 Vauxhall Vivaro in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YX59 BAV, 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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What year was YX59 BAV registered?

YX59 BAV is a 2009 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 22 September 2009.

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