2016 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · DP16 RLU

The most recent test on 24 March 2025 at 90,141 miles returned a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded, confirming the Vivaro met minimum roadworthiness standards at that point. A consistent pattern of clean passes stretches back to February 2022, interrupted only by a failure on 26 January 2022 at 65,609 miles that was rectified within a week; the record lists no specific defect items for either the fail or the subsequent pass, suggesting a minor item such as lighting or wipers. The maintenance trend is stable and currently clean, though the MOT expired in March 2026 and the vehicle has not been tested for over sixteen months. Mileage accumulation has been uneven across the ten-year lifespan. The van covered roughly 15,500 miles between the February 2022 test at 65,610 miles and the March 2023 test at 81,164 miles, indicating a period of heavier commercial use. Annual mileage then dropped sharply to 6,582 miles in the 2023 to 2024 interval and fell further to just 2,395 miles in the most recent test year. This recent low usage raises the possibility of components seizing or degrading through inactivity, particularly brake calipers, handbrake mechanisms and suspension bushes. A buyer should focus inspection on areas the MOT does not fully stress during a stationary test. Verify the front suspension lower arms and bushes for play, as these are a known weak point on the Vivaro platform and low mileage does not prevent rubber perishing. Check rear brake discs and calipers for binding or corrosion pitting caused by extended standing; the handbrake linkage often seizes on these vans. Examine the chassis legs, inner sills and brake pipe runs for structural corrosion, especially around the sliding door apertures and rear spring mounts. Confirm the timing belt and water pump history, as the 1.6 CDTi engine requires replacement on a strict age schedule regardless of mileage. Finally, assess tyre sidewalls for cracking due to age rather than tread depth alone.