VAUXHALL VIVARO2016 · 1.6L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in attention to minor but recurring defects. In the February 2026 test at 205,538 miles, the Vivaro failed due to ineffective windscreen wipers and frayed seat belt webbing. While these issues were rectified for the retest the same day, the presence of these faults suggests a reactive rather than proactive maintenance approach compared to the clean records seen in 2023 and 2024. The mileage profile indicates heavy commercial use, averaging over 20,000 miles per annum over the decade-long tenure. Between March 2025 (189,517 miles) and February 2026 (205,538 miles), the vehicle covered 16,021 miles in just eleven months. This rapid accumulation places significant strain on the drivetrain, suspension components, and braking system. The lack of recorded defects during the 2023 and 2024 tests suggests the vehicle remained structurally sound during those periods despite the high-mileage environment. A buyer must physically inspect the middle row seat belts specifically, as the frayed webbing has appeared in three consecutive MOT cycles since 2025. Given the high mileage, a thorough check of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers is essential, as these components often reach the end of their service life at these intervals. The recent wiper failure indicates that the wiper arms or motors may be failing, which should be verified to ensure visibility remains optimal in heavy rain.