2015 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · DA15 EXU

The vehicle currently presents as roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 120,787 miles, it failed that same session due to a damaged nearside mirror and thin rear brake pads. The trend shows that the owner only addresses faults once they trigger an MOT failure, as evidenced by the windscreen remaining damaged across three consecutive years of testing without replacement. At 120,787 miles over approximately eleven years, the Vauxhall Vivaro has averaged roughly 11,000 miles per year. This aligns with typical usage for a commercial vehicle of this age. The record shows consistent use, with 4,555 miles covered between May 2023 and July 2024 tests, and another 8,477 miles between July 2024 and September 2025. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle is used regularly, which generally helps prevent internal component degradation associated with long stationary periods. A buyer must pay close attention to the front suspension geometry, as the 2024 test highlighted issues with the anti-roll bar ball joints on both sides. The previous 2023 advisory regarding oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber suggests the beginning of seal failure which should be monitored for active leaks. Furthermore, the recurring mention of uneven wear on front tyres in 2024 indicates a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that requires a professional inspection to prevent premature tyre replacement. The braking system requires immediate verification since the rear pads were flagged as wearing thin during the 2025 failure. The buyer should check the brake discs for scoring or heat glazing resulting from this neglect. Given that the windscreen has been noted as damaged since at least 2023, a physical inspection should confirm if any cracks have propagated to could compromise structural integrity or driver visibility. Overall, the vehicle shows standard wear and tear but reflects a history of deferred maintenance on non-critical items.