2014 Vauxhall Vivaro 2.0L Diesel · CA14 HFV

The 2014 Vauxhall Vivaro holds a current MOT that expires on 30 May 2026, having passed its most recent test on 31 May 2025 at 82,352 miles. That pass was not straightforward. A failure on the same day flagged a split nearside front outer CV boot, a defect that allows grease to escape and dirt to enter, risking joint failure if left unrepaired. The tester also noted slight play in the offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint, an advisory that carried over from the 2024 test and has now appeared in two consecutive MOT cycles. The maintenance trend is mixed. A recurring anti-roll bar joint advisory suggests a component approaching the end of its serviceable life that has been monitored rather than replaced. The CV boot failure on test day points to a defect that developed or was missed between June 2024 and May 2025, then was rectified for the retest. Basic upkeep appears reactive rather than preventive. The vehicle has covered 82,352 miles over roughly twelve years, averaging approximately 6,863 miles per year. That is a modest annual distance typical of a commercial van used for local work or light duties rather than sustained high-mileage fleet use. The mileage progression is steady and unremarkable. It moved from 65,373 miles in June 2022 to 68,685 miles in June 2023, a gain of 3,312 miles, then to 75,602 miles by June 2024, a jump of 6,917 miles, before reaching 82,352 miles in May 2025, adding another 6,750 miles. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden drops. The usage pattern is consistent, and the odometer readings follow a credible trajectory with no signs of tampering or long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and drivetrain. The repeated advisory for the offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint with slight play indicates wear that has persisted across two MOT tests. Have a technician check not only that joint but also the nearside equivalent and the drop links and bushes for deterioration. The split CV boot that caused the May 2025 failure should be examined closely. Confirm whether the joint was simply re-booted or replaced entirely, as a contaminated joint can fail without warning under load. The 2022 test flagged slight play in the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint, and while it has not reappeared since, that component should be load-tested on a ramp to rule out progressive wear hidden by subsequent suspension work. The brake history warrants attention as well. In June 2022, all four brake discs were flagged as worn, pitted, or scored, though not seriously weakened at that stage. No brake defects have appeared in the two subsequent tests, suggesting the discs and pads were replaced after that advisory. Request confirmation of when the brake components were last changed and inspect the discs for lipping, uneven wear, and heat discolouration. On a van of this age and mileage, surface corrosion on brake components and mounting hardware is common, particularly if the vehicle sees short trips or sits between jobs. Check the handbrake linkage and cables for free movement and equal adjustment, as binding rear brakes are a frequent issue on Vivaros used for stop-start deliveries.