2014 Vauxhall Vivaro 2.0L Diesel · LB51 ABB
2014 Vauxhall Vivaro (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Jan 2014. Recorded mileage 237,945 miles. MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL VIVARO
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 237,945 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LB51 ABB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/07/2026
- 237,945 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring steering items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LB51 ABB 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 2014 Vauxhall Vivaro (LB51 ABB) between June 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (6 issues), Brakes (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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: “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
LB51 ABB Mileage History
- 16/06/2023221,522 mi
- 17/06/2024226,924 mi+5,402 mi
- 22/07/2025230,885 mi+3,961 mi
- 28/07/2025230,885 mi
- 03/07/2026237,945 mi+7,060 mi
Average of roughly 5,390 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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Our Verdict
Proceed with extreme caution. The combin
Prioritise a review of the service history to see if the timing belt and water pump have been replaced recently, as these are critical for a 2.0L diesel engine with this level of mileage. Given that steering rack inner joint play has been noted in four consecutive MOT tests since 2024, this should be viewed as a necessary upcoming repair rather than a minor advisory.
Negotiate the purchase price based on the extensive list of front-end wear identified in the most recent MOT, including the sub-frame bushes and anti-roll bar pins. Ensure any agreement accounts for the cost of addressing the recurring brake pipe corrosion mentioned in the 2025 and 2026 records.
Fuel costs will be typical for a 2.0L diesel van, though efficiency may be impacted by the vehicle's high mileage. Insurance and tax will vary based on usage, but the primary financial concern will be maintenance.
With nearly 238,000 miles on the clock, the cost of keeping the vehicle roadworthy is likely to increase. Expect higher-than-average annual spending on suspension components and corrosion treatment to prevent future MOT failures.
Conduct a thorough inspection of the front end. Specifically, check for play in the steering rack inner joints and the condition of the track rod ends, which caused a failure in July 2025. The MOT history explicitly flags corrosion on both the nearside and offside front brake pipes; these should be inspected for depth of rust.
Additionally, examine the front anti-roll bar pins, bushes, and sub-frame bushes, all of which were recorded as worn in the July 2026 test. Check the overall chassis for further signs of corrosion that may not have been captured in the MOT summary.
This 2014 black Vauxhall Vivaro has covered 237,945 miles. The MOT history reveals a persistent pattern of steering rack play and brake pipe corrosion, culminating in a July 2026 test with a significant list of front-end advisories.
No aggregate data is available for the Vauxhall Vivaro, but this specific vehicle shows a pattern of steering and corrosion issues.
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