2021 Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Dynamic S/S 1.5L Diesel · FH21 VRZ

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. The most recent test on September 24, 2025 at 53,455 miles shows a pass just one day after a failure. While the owner addressed the immediate fog lamp issues and windscreen damage, the presence of an offside front tyre worn to the legal limit suggests that basic consumable items are only replaced when necessitated by an MOT failure rather than during routine servicing intervals. At 53,455 miles over five years, the Vivaro averages approximately 10,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a light commercial vehicle. The record shows a gap of 8,734 miles between the July 2024 test and the September 2025 test. This consistent mileage suggests regular use, but the state of the braking components recorded in 2024 indicates that the vehicle has likely driven significant distances without addressing mechanical wear between annual inspection cycles. A buyer must focus closely on the braking system, as the July 2024 failure at 44,721 miles revealed widespread wear including thin pads on all wheels and pitted, corroded discs. The tester also noted excessively fluctuating front brakes, which often points to warped rotors from heat or age. Given these previous defects, a physical inspection should verify that the current discs and pads are high-quality replacements and that the calipers are not binding, which would explain the previous brake efficiency failures. The suspension and alignment also require scrutiny. The uneven wear noted on the offside front tyre in September 2025 frequently indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes and a failing control arm. While the windscreen damage was noted as minor, it should be checked to ensure no cracks have spread that could obstruct the driver's view under thermal stress. The overall history suggests a vehicle that is functional but suffers from deferred maintenance on wear-related components.