2018 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · DN18 ADX

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection on 18 April 2024 at 66,675 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable in the short term, though the history reveals a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes. The April 2024 failure occurred just six days before the passing test, suggesting a minor component adjustment or emissions-related issue was rectified quickly to meet testing standards rather than indicating a deep-seated mechanical neglect. At eight years old with 66,675 miles, the Vivaro has averaged approximately 8,300 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a light commercial vehicle of this age. The data shows a consistent interval of use between January 2023 and April 2024, where the vehicle covered roughly 10,000 miles. However, the last MOT is now over two years old as of June 2026. This significant gap means the current state of the-safety-critical components and structural integrity has not been verified by the DVSA for months. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas that likely caused the recurring failures in early 2023 and 2024. While the record does not list specific defects for those failures, these often relate to common wear items such as bulbs, tyre tread, or minor exhaust leaks on commercial vans. Inspect the chassis for corrosion and check the suspension bushes and dampers, as these are frequent failure points on Vivaros of this age. Given the lapse since the last test, a thorough check of the brake calipers and discs is essential to ensure no significant wear has developed since the 2024 clearance.