2005 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.9L Diesel · FN55 WTX

The Vauxhall Vivaro presents an unclear roadworthiness position. The most recent test on 22 November 2024 returned a failure at 231,872 miles, yet the DVSA record lists no defects against that failure. Prior to this, the van passed on 23 November 2023 at 234,037 miles with no advisories. The maintenance trend cannot be classed as stable, worsening, or improving from the data supplied, as the entries show passes and failures with zero recorded faults. This absence of defect detail prevents any firm verdict on current mechanical condition. The recorded mileage sits at 231,872 on the latest failure, against 234,037 at the November 2023 pass and 229,361 at the October 2022 pass. The van shows roughly typical annual use for a 2005 model at near 11,000 miles per year, but the figures are inconsistent: mileage dropped by 2,165 between November 2023 and November 2024, implying the odometer was not advanced or the test was conducted on a stored vehicle. Three failures across 2023 and 2024 with no defects logged suggest administrative or presentation issues at test rather than confirmed wear, though the sparse record gives little insight into consumable or structural care. A buyer must commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs and calipers given the high mileage and unknown fault basis for the 2024 failure. The tester logged no corrosion or structural integrity concerns across the history, but at 21 years old and 231,872 miles the Vivaro warrants close checks for chassis rust and exhaust condition. Previous keepers left no advisory trail, which hides whether basic upkeep such as tyre tread and wiper replacement was followed. Given the unexplained failure and missing defect data, treat the van as unverified until a current test with full findings is seen. Confirm the true mileage with the V5C and inspect drivetrain components for wear consistent with the stated 11,000 miles per year.