2018 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · DY68 XEC

The Vauxhall Vivaro presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a history of clean passes across five consecutive inspections. The most recent test on 4 December 2025 at 111,823 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This consistent clean sheet over the last five years suggests the previous owners have maintained the vehicle to a standard that avoids the common mechanical failures or structural degradation typically seen in aging commercial vans. The vehicle shows a high-usage pattern, averaging approximately 14,000 miles per year over its eight-year life. A significant increase in usage occurred between December 2021 (64,094 miles) and December 2022 (88,587 miles), representing a jump of over 24,000 miles in a single year. Since then, the mileage has remained steady at roughly 9,000 to 10,000 miles annually. This high annual mileage indicates heavy commercial application, which places specific stress on the drivetrain and heavy suspension components. Given the high mileage and lack of recorded faults, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on high-wear areas that do not always trigger an MOT failure. The suspension should be checked for perished bushes and sagging coil springs, which often show signs of fatigue under heavy loads. You must also inspect the braking system for oxidised calipers or thin discs, as the MOT test does not measure the thickness of consumables. Finally, examine the chassis for corrosion, particularly around the sills and mounting points, to ensure the structural integrity remains sound despite the high-mile history.