2005 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.9L Diesel · FN55 NTO

The Vauxhall Vivaro passed its most recent MOT on 20 April 2024 at 236,941 miles with no defects recorded, indicating a currently roadworthy status. The maintenance trend appears stable on paper, though the history shows repeated administrative failures rather than mechanical faults. On 18 April 2024 and 3 September 2023 the tester logged failures at 236,934 and 236,926 miles respectively, both with no defects recorded, suggesting paperwork or presentation issues rather than worn components. At 21 years old the van shows 236,941 miles, averaging roughly 11,283 miles per year which is typical for a light commercial vehicle. Mileage accumulation slowed sharply after May 2022, when it passed at 233,549 miles; only 3,392 miles were added across the next two years. The March 2022 failure at 233,487 miles and the September 2023 failure at 236,926 miles with zero recorded defects imply the previous keeper presented the van without resolving non-mechanical test blockers, or the vehicle sat idle for long periods between tests. A buyer should still inspect structural integrity and corrosion on the chassis and sills, as a 2005 Vivaro of this age commonly suffers rust in load-bearing areas not always caught in a clean MOT. The suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs warrant hands-on checks despite no advisories, given the high total mileage and low recent use which can stiffen joints and score discs through standing. Verify the reason for the three non-defect failures with DVSA, since repeated presentation without recorded faults points to owner neglect in test preparation rather than sound upkeep. Confirm the van has not been off-road for extended spells that could hide perished tyres or seized calipers before committing to purchase.