2014 Vauxhall Movano 2.3L Diesel · FN14 JMV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative upkeep. While the most recent test in April 2024 at 122,501 miles passed without new advisories, the tester again flagged pitting and scoring on both front brake discs. This indicates a persistent issue of surface corrosion that has remained since the major failure in early 2021, suggesting that components are only addressed once they reach a point of inspection failure. The mileage progression is consistent with a commercial vehicle used for moderate duties, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between the March 2019 test at 102,563 miles and the February 2021 test at 117,951 miles, covering over 15,000 miles in two years. Since then, the vehicle has covered roughly 4,500 miles since the 2024 test, indicating a recent slowdown in usage frequency which may contribute to the de-icing corrosion noted on the braking hardware. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system and suspension. The 2021 failure highlighted critical issues including an excessively binding rear service brake, imbalanced front brakes, and excessively worn lower suspension ball joints. While these were reportedly rectified to pass subsequent tests, the recurring mention of pitted discs suggests the calipers may be sticking or the vehicle sits for long periods. The history of worn tyres on uneven edges across multiple years also points to potential alignment issues or worn bushings that should be verified to avoid premature tyre replacement.