2005 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.9L Diesel · DF05 ESO

The Vauxhall Vivaro presents as roadworthy on its most recent test, passing with no defects recorded at 155,069 miles on 13 November 2024. The maintenance trend appears stable across the supplied record, with every pass and fail carrying a clean defect sheet. No advisories or mechanical faults appear at any stage, which suggests the van has not accumulated the recurring suspension, brake, or corrosion issues typical of a 21-year-old light commercial vehicle. Recorded mileage sits at 155,069 against a build date of 2005, an average of roughly 7,384 miles per year and consistent with typical use for this age. The history shows 146,324 miles in October 2022, rising to 153,686 by the 6 October 2023 fail and 155,069 by the November 2024 pass. Annual accumulation stays low and steady with no rapid jumps or unexplained gaps, though the sparse five-entry record limits deeper wear analysis on drivetrain and chassis components. The repeated fail-pass pairs on 6 and 20 October 2023, then 13 November 2024, both show zero recorded defects. This pattern implies administrative or documentation issues at the test centre rather than mechanical rejection, not owner neglect of tyres, wipers, or consumables. A buyer should still verify the physical condition of brake discs, coil springs, and suspension bushes in person, as the MOT data offers no visibility of worn but unflagged items. Given the clean sheets and modest mileage, the Vivaro reads as a low-stress used purchase from a records standpoint. Inspect underneath for structural rust and check the timing chain or belt service history, since neither appears in the MOT trail and both carry real risk on a 155,000-mile 2005 diesel van.