2006 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.9L Diesel · FL06 MFZ

The 2006 Vauxhall Vivaro presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 12 May 2025 at 150,593 miles with zero defects recorded. This recent outcome indicates the vehicle currently meets all required safety and emissions standards. While the record shows two failed tests in 2023 and early 2024, the absence of recorded defects on those occasions suggests administrative or minor procedural issues rather than significant mechanical faults. The subsequent passes demonstrate a consistent return to roadworthiness. The recorded mileage of 150,593 miles over roughly twenty years equates to an annual average of approximately 7,530 miles, which is typical for a commercial van of this age. The mileage progression reveals a notable gap between March 2023 and May 2024, where the odometer advanced by only 4,602 miles over thirteen months, suggesting a period of lighter use or potential standing. Since May 2024, the van has covered just 800 miles, indicating very recent low mileage accumulation. Despite the clean MOT record, a pre-purchase inspection must focus on the structural and mechanical vulnerabilities typical of a two-decade-old work van. Examine the chassis and load floor for corrosion, paying close attention to suspension mounting points and subframes. Check the condition of suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for wear, alongside brake discs and calipers for signs of binding or uneven wear. The failed tests in March 2023 and March 2024, despite listing no defects, warrant scrutiny; verify the exhaust emissions system and structural integrity thoroughly, as these are common failure points for the Vivaro that might have been rectified just before the passing retests.