2015 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · DG65 VMK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding the front suspension. While it passed its most recent test on January 2026 at 117,499 miles, this followed a failure just one week prior. That failure highlighted multiple critical issues, including a fractured offside rear coil spring and a serious fluid leak from the nearside front shock absorber. The transition from light misting in previous years to a total failure in 2026 indicates that these components reached the end of their functional life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a commercial-use profile, averaging approximately 10,700 miles per year over the eleven-year period. The data shows a steady accumulation, moving from 92,653 miles in January 2023 to 117,499 miles by early 2026. This consistent usage suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which helps prevent the degradation of seals and rubber components, though the high annual mileage explains the accelerated wear seen on heavy-duty suspension components typical of the Vauxhall Vivaro. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry to ensure the repairs made after the January 2026 failure were comprehensive. The tester previously flagged damage to the nearside front suspension component mounting area; while not deemed excessive at the time, this structural area requires close monitoring for further corrosion or stress cracking under load. Additionally, the electrical system for the fog lamps should be verified, as recurring lighting interference issues appeared across multiple test years, suggesting a persistent wiring loom or housing fault that has not been fully rectified.