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Vauxhall Vivaro

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,994 cc

S8 BFFMOT history

S8 BFF is a black diesel Vauxhall Vivaro first used on 29 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 22 MOT tests, with 97,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

S8 BFF black Vauxhall Vivaro – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Vivaro, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
97,096 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
12 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 BFF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vivaro
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 BFF was last recorded at 97,096 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,096 miles · 16 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,096 miles
  • 2025 – 93,412 miles
  • 2024 – 88,269 miles
  • 2023 – 84,134 miles
  • 2021 – 79,756 miles
  • 2020 – 77,174 miles
  • 2019 – 73,214 miles
  • 2018 – 70,257 miles
  • 2017 – 66,544 miles
  • 2016 – 59,567 miles
  • 2015 – 50,073 miles
  • 2014 – 41,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,096 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,096 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    97,096 miles
    Test number
    968367425529
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail97,096 miles (+3,684)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,096 miles
    Test number
    175973555805
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass93,412 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    93,412 miles
    Test number
    704837605815
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing

  4. Fail93,412 miles (+5,143)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,412 miles
    Test number
    942814618832
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing

  5. Pass88,269 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    88,269 miles
    Test number
    873504106873
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail88,269 miles (+4,135)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,269 miles
    Test number
    437699986410
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass84,134 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    84,134 miles
    Test number
    746560164883
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail84,134 miles (+4,378)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,134 miles
    Test number
    292030828365
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass79,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    79,756 miles
    Test number
    203755686277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail79,756 miles (+2,582)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,756 miles
    Test number
    701694088261
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass77,174 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    77,174 miles
    Test number
    792120058943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail77,174 miles (+3,960)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,174 miles
    Test number
    725419809449
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass73,214 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,214 miles
    Test number
    426420898465
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail73,214 miles (+2,957)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,214 miles
    Test number
    996806136295
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass70,257 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    70,257 miles
    Test number
    196748930597
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail70,257 miles (+3,713)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,257 miles
    Test number
    357135269119
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront under tray damaged / loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass66,544 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    66,544 miles
    Test number
    402704777774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail66,543 miles (+6,976)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,543 miles
    Test number
    414989174748
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass59,567 miles (+9,494)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    59,567 miles
    Test number
    443542421027
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened Corroded (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass50,073 miles (+8,149)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    50,073 miles
    Test number
    235787875466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,924 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    41,924 miles
    Test number
    515884074112
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail41,924 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,924 miles
    Test number
    385914774127
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about S8 BFF

Does S8 BFF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 BFF is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 BFF?
The MOT on S8 BFF is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 BFF done?
S8 BFF was recorded at 97,096 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 4,509 miles a year.
Has S8 BFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 BFF has failed 10 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S8 BFF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S8 BFF find?
S8 BFF passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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