2015 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · DP64 LJC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a concerning trend of recurring mechanical neglect. While it passed its most recent test in April 2026 at 119,818 miles, it failed the inspection just days prior due to an inoperative engine malfunction light, a faulty stop lamp, and a worn anti-roll bar ball joint. The persistent presence of an oil leak across the last three annual tests indicates a chronic issue that the previous owners have opted to monitor rather than rectify. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical-use commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year over the eleven-year period. The vehicle covered 10,495 miles between the April 2024 and April 2025 tests, and another 10,897 miles leading up to the 2026 inspection. This steady accumulation suggests the van is used regularly, which often accelerates the wear on suspension and braking components as evidenced by the thin brake pads and uneven tyre wear noted in 2024. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the front suspension geometry, as the nearside anti-roll bar ball joint has been flagged for play since 2025 and remains an advisory as of the latest test. The buyer should also verify the source of the persistent oil leak to determine if it is a simple gasket cover or a more significant engine-related crank seal failure. Given the failure for the engine management system light in April 2026, a professional diagnostic scan is essential to ensure no hidden fault codes or sensor failures remain that were merely cleared for the MOT pass.