2021 Vauxhall Vivaro-E 3100 Dynamic Electricity · FD71 AAU

The most recent DVSA MOT recorded on 2 December 2024 shows a failure, whereas the preceding tests in December 2024 (pass) and November 2025 (pass) were clean with no defects noted. This represents a deterioration in the immediate MOT outcome, but the absence of any recorded fault on the failed test suggests the failure may have been administrative rather than mechanical. Overall the vehicle’s MOT history has been largely positive, indicating a generally stable maintenance pattern up to the last successful inspection. At five years old the Vivaro‑E has logged 25,575 miles, which works out to roughly 5,100 miles per annum – well below the typical UK average for a light commercial vehicle. Such low annual mileage often points to light duty or periods of extended storage. While reduced wear on consumables such as brakes, tyres and suspension components is a benefit, prolonged inactivity can accelerate age‑related degradation of rubber, battery plates and metal corrosion, and may conceal latent issues that only appear when the vehicle is driven regularly. For a prospective buyer the priority should be a thorough visual and tactile inspection of the tyre sidewalls for cracking, dry rot or delamination, and a check of tread depth against the legal minimum. Verify the tyre manufacture date; if the tyres are older than six years they should be considered for replacement regardless of tread wear. Examine the suspension – look for any play in the ball joints, worn bushings or cracked coil springs, and listen for clunking noises over bumps during a short test drive. Inspect the brake discs for surface rust, scoring or uneven wear, and test the pedal for any pulsation that could indicate warped rotors or binding calipers. Given the vehicle’s age and low usage, assess the 12‑volt battery health with a load test or by checking voltage under load, and be aware that electrolyte depletion is common after long periods of storage. Confirm that the engine oil, coolant and brake fluid have been changed within the recommended service intervals – typically every 12 months or 12,000 miles for oil, and every two years for brake fluid. Look for signs of corrosion on the under‑body, exhaust system and wheel arches, especially around suspension mounting points, and ensure that all fluid reservoirs are free of leaks. A complete service book with regular stamps will provide further confidence that time‑based maintenance has been observed.