2010 Vauxhall Vivaro 2.0L Diesel · DF10 BBE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. In the most recent test in September 2024 at 223,959 miles, the van failed due to multiple lighting defects, including the stop lamps and registration plate lamp, alongside a worn nearside rear tyre. While the vehicle passed immediately after these rectifications, the recurring nature of electrical and consumable failures across multiple years suggests the owner only addresses faults when they are about to cause an MOT failure. At 223,959 miles, this 16-year-old Vivaro has averaged approximately 14,000 miles per year. The mileage data shows consistent, heavy usage, with 21,546 miles covered between August 2023 and September 2024, and another 11,748 miles between August 2022 and August 2023. This high mileage places significant stress on the drivetrain and suspension components, which is reflected in the persistent mechanical issues noted throughout the inspection history. A buyer must scrutinise the steering and suspension systems, as the record shows a lingering issue with the steering rack inner joints dating back to 2022 at 190,661 miles. The nearside anti-roll bar linkage was also flagged for play in 2023, indicating the front-end components are nearingion. The braking system requires close attention; the offside rear service brake was reported binding in 2022, and thin pads were noted at that same time. Additionally, the non-excessive oil leak identified in 2022 should be monitored to ensure it has not worsened into a significant engineES given the high mileage.