2020 Vauxhall Movano 2.3L Diesel · DP70 FTY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of neglected minor components and deferred repairs. While it passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 141,162 miles, the record shows a failure to address recurring issues from previous intervals. The mechanical condition appears stable in terms of passing, yet the persistence of specific faults suggests the owner only performs the minimum work required to pass the MOT rather than performing preventative maintenance. This Movano has accumulated significant mileage for its age, averaging approximately 23,500 miles per year. Between the November 2023 test at 74,074 miles and the November 2024 test at 106,721 miles, the vehicle covered over 32,000 miles in a single year. This high rate of indicates heavy commercial use, which explains the accelerated wear on heavy-duty components like the suspension and braking system. A buyer must prioritize inspecting the front suspension geometry, as both the nearside and offside front arm ball joints have been flagged with slight play in three consecutive tests spanning from 2023, 2024, and 2025. The failure to replace these components despite being noted for years suggests they are nearing a point of mechanical failure which affects steering precision and safety. Furthermore, the December 2025 advisory regarding front brake discs being worn and pitted indicates that the braking system is reaching the end of its functional life and will require immediate replacement to maintain stopping performance. The recurring history of missing marker lights, defective repeaters, and damaged reflectors shows a lack of attention to basic exterior condition. While these are non-mechanical defects, they reflect a pattern of poor general upkeep. A physical inspection should also verify that the windscreen damage which caused a failure in 2024 has been properly rectified and that no new cracks are obstructing the driver's field of view.