2015 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · DY15 XEC

The most recent MOT on 2024-08-20 showed the vehicle passed, but it carried multiple advisory issues. These included non-obligatory stop lamps not working, light oil misting from front shock absorbers, a twisted offside rear brake hose, and a windscreen chip. While these were not critical failures, they indicate ongoing maintenance needs. The prior MOT on 2024-08-07, just 13 days earlier, resulted in a failure with severe issues: multiple stop lamp failures, a non-functional engine MIL, excessive wear in front anti-roll bar ball joints, excessive track rod play, and multiple tyre failures. This rapid succession of a fail and pass suggests potential rushed repairs or unresolved underlying problems. A recurring pattern of suspension and tyre-related issues emerges across the MOT history. Shock absorbers showed light oil misting in 2023 and 2024, while front anti-roll bar ball joints were excessively worn in 2024. Tyre failures, including below-limit tread depth and exposed cords, appeared in 2024 and 2022. These suggest possible neglect or heavy usage, though the vehicle’s mileage remains unknown. The 2024 fail also highlighted a parking brake inoperative on one side and low efficiency, which could compromise safety.