2016 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · LM66 BJU

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT test on 25 October 2025 at 103,536 miles, marking five consecutive passes since 2020. The current fault is a minor exhaust gas leak at the rear, which is not structural but warrants monitoring for further deterioration. The maintenance trend is stable, with no major mechanical failures recorded in the last four years. Mileage accumulation remains consistent across the record. Between 2020 and 2025, the car logged approximately 62,000 miles, averaging roughly 12,400 miles per year. This steady progression suggests normal private use rather than commercial fleet activity. No rapid mileage spikes or significant gaps appear in the data, indicating the vehicle has been driven regularly without periods of prolonged standing. Several recurring faults point to specific areas requiring physical inspection. The offside registration plate lamp failed repeatedly from 2021 through 2024, suggesting the previous owner may have deferred minor exterior repairs. The nearside anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated at 95,294 miles, and the nearside rear tyre showed early cracking at 82,512 miles. These items indicate consumable wear consistent with high mileage but require closer examination for suspension integrity and rubber perishing. The most significant concern is the steering locking device failure recorded at 55,056 miles, which left the front steering column unsecured. Although the vehicle passed the subsequent test, a buyer should verify the steering column lock functions correctly and check the parking brake efficiency, which was borderline at 56,119 miles. A thorough pre-purchase inspection of the chassis, suspension bushes, and exhaust system is recommended before purchase.