2004 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.9L Diesel · FN04 RTU

The Vauxhall Vivaro presents a contradictory roadworthiness picture from its most recent MOT activity. On 21 May 2022 at 168,161 miles the vehicle recorded both a pass and a fail on the same day with no defects listed against either outcome. This duplicate entry suggests an administrative or data-recording anomaly rather than a clear mechanical verdict, and the maintenance trend cannot be classed as stable, worsening, or improving from such sparse evidence. The most recent test sits over four years behind today's date of 8 July 2026, leaving the current condition unverified by any recorded annual inspection. The odometer stood at 168,161 miles at the May 2022 test, equating to roughly 7,644 miles per year across the van's 22-year life, which is typical for a light commercial vehicle of this age. No earlier MOT entries appear in the supplied record, so no rapid accumulation or notable gaps in annual mileage can be charted from the data provided. The single dated snapshot offers little insight into owner usage patterns beyond confirming average annual cover at that point. A buyer should commission a fresh MOT and independent inspection before purchase, given the absence of any advisory or defect data to direct attention to specific weak points. The Vivaro's age and 168,161 miles imply likely wear in consumable items such as brake discs, suspension bushes, and exhaust components even though the 2022 record flagged none. Structural corrosion around chassis and sills should be physically checked, as 22-year-old Vauxhall vans commonly suffer unseen rust despite a clean test history. The same-day pass and fail with zero defects recorded points to a possible tester input error rather than neglected upkeep, but it offers no assurance of present roadworthiness. Treat the vehicle as untested since May 2022 and budget for full mechanical and structural appraisal on viewing.