2005 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.9L Diesel · RF05 ODP
2005 Vauxhall Vivaro (1.9L, diesel). First registered 29 Apr 2005. Recorded mileage 229,009 miles. MOT valid until 03 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL VIVARO
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 229,009 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RF05 ODP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/10/2025
- 229,009 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RF05 ODP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Vauxhall Vivaro (RF05 ODP) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (13 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
RF05 ODP Mileage History
- 06/10/2023221,333 mi
- 08/10/2024224,777 mi+3,444 mi
- 18/10/2024244,868 mi+20,091 mi
- 06/10/2025228,913 mi-15,955 mi
- 20/10/2025229,009 mi+96 mi
Average of roughly 3,765 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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