2016 Vauxhall Movano 2.3L Diesel · FH66 NSF

The 2016 Vauxhall Movano currently holds a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT on 25 September 2025 at 149,126 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears consistent, though the record contains an anomaly just weeks prior. On 26 August 2025 at 149,107 miles, the vehicle failed the test despite no defects being recorded by the tester. This pattern repeated in September 2022, where a failure on 2 September at 135,199 miles preceded a clean pass on 5 September at the exact same mileage. Such entries typically indicate an abandoned test or an equipment issue rather than a mechanical fault, suggesting the underlying condition of the van remains sound. Accumulating 149,126 miles over a decade equates to roughly 14,913 miles annually, a high figure for a commercial vehicle that implies sustained heavy use. However, the chronological data reveals a notable shift in this pattern. Between the September 2022 test at 135,199 miles and the August 2025 test at 149,107 miles, the van covered just 13,908 miles over a three-year period, dropping the average to approximately 4,600 miles per year. This drastic reduction suggests the vehicle spent prolonged periods stationary or saw significantly lighter duties in its recent life, which can introduce its own issues such as deteriorated rubber components or moisture ingress from standing. With no mechanical or structural advisories flagged in the official record, the primary concern shifts to the implications of the mileage profile and the recent drop in usage. A buyer should inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for perishing, a common issue when high-mileage commercial vans sit stationary for extended periods. Brake discs and calipers require close examination for surface corrosion caused by standing, which can lead to binding or uneven braking despite the clean MOT. Tyre sidewall condition demands scrutiny, as older rubber may show cracking even with sufficient tread depth. Checking the exhaust system for corrosion and verifying the structural integrity of the chassis and load area will confirm whether the recent low-mileage period has caused dormant deterioration. The absence of recorded defects is encouraging, but the physical inspection must validate that the recent standing has not compromised the vehicle's operational safety.