2017 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · DY67 VXF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the recent inspection history indicates a concerning trend of reactive maintenance. While the van passed its MOT on 22 May 2026 at 101,479 miles, the failure just one day prior reveals multiple critical mechanical issues that were neglected. The tester identified an inoperative parking brake, a binding rear service brake, and a serious fluid leak from the offside front shock absorber. These faults suggest that the owner only addresses mechanical failures after failing a test, rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 11,275 miles per year. The vehicle covered 5,708 miles between the December 2023 and June 2025 tests, followed by nearly 9,197 miles between June 2025 and May 2026. This recent spike in usage suggests heavy annual operation which, combined with the over 100,000 miles, places significant strain on heavy-duty components like the suspension and braking system. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking and suspension systems. The history shows recurring issues with wear components, including a worn lower arm ball joint in 2025 and contaminated discs and binding calipers in 2026. You should verify that all shock absorbers are free of further oil leaks and ensure the parking brake mechanism has been properly overhauled rather than merely adjusted. Furthermore, the repeated bodywork and bumper damage on the nearside front across multiple years should be checked for hidden structural corrosion or mounting point stress that a standard MOT might not fully capture.