2015 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · DD14 LAB

The Vauxhall Vivaro presents a currently roadworthy status following its most recent MOT pass on 13 March 2026 at 196,897 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the recorded history. The vehicle cleared every annual test from March 2023 through to March 2026 with no defects or advisories logged. A failed test on 13 March 2026 at the same mileage and date as the pass is anomalous; the DVSA entry shows no defects recorded against the failure, which suggests an administrative or procedural rejection rather than a mechanical fault. Mileage stands at 196,897 miles for an 11-year-old van, equating to roughly 17,900 miles per year and placing it high for its age. The records show steady annual accumulation: 175,174 miles in March 2023, 182,566 in March 2024, 188,611 in March 2025, and 196,897 in March 2026. The owner added just 8,286 miles between March 2025 and March 2026, a slight reduction from prior years but consistent with continued regular commercial use. No gaps exist in the testing sequence. The clean MOT history with zero advisories across five years implies the previous keeper addressed wear items before each test, yet the absence of flagged suspension bushes, brake discs, or corrosion does not confirm their condition at 196,897 miles. A buyer should physically inspect front coil springs, track rod ends, and subframe mounting points for fatigue, and measure rear brake caliper operation given the high mileage. Drivetrain oil condition and clutch wear warrant verification, as neither appears in MOT data. Given the identical-mileage fail and pass on 13 March 2026, confirm with the selling garage that the failure was clerical and not a concealed emissions or structural rejection. The Vivaro remains a credible used purchase on paper, but in-person checks on structural integrity and consumable components are essential before commitment.