2016 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · NX16 BFA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in May 2026 at 32,360 miles passed, it flagged immediate concerns regarding perished front tyres and seat belt webbing. This follows a significant failure in May 2025 where the vehicle failed to meet safety standards due to critical brake wear and suspension component play. Although the vehicle has passed since those failures, the recurring nature of defects suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults when necessitated by an MOT failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old van, averaging approximately 3,236 miles per year. This low usage explains the premature failure of certain rubber components, but it also points to age-related degradation. For instance, in 2021 at 16,303 miles, all four tyres showed cracking in the tread, a condition that persisted in the 2026 test with the tread beginning to lift. This pattern indicates the vehicle likely sits for long periods, which can lead to dry rot in seals and the oxidation of fluid lines regardless of the low distance driven. A buyer must physically inspect the suspension and braking systems, as the record shows a history of track rod ends with excessive play and brake pads reaching the minimum legal limit simultaneously. The 2024 advisory noted corroded offside rear brake pipes and pitted discs, which requires a close look to ensure corrosion has not progressed into structural thinning. Furthermore, the repeated failures regarding seat belt webbing across different rows suggest the interior safety restraints may have been neglected. Given the low mileage, a thorough check of perished rubber hoses and fluid contamination is essential to ensure the vehicle has not suffered from prolonged periods of inactivity.