2016 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · FP16 FAM

The 2016 Vauxhall Vivaro currently holds a valid MOT certificate, passing its most recent test on 24 April 2025 at 64,780 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend remains entirely stable, showing no recurring mechanical or structural faults across the documented history. Interestingly, the record shows a failed test on 23 April 2025 at the exact same mileage, yet no defects were logged for that failure. This pattern repeats from the previous year, where a failure on 9 April 2024 preceded a clean pass on 10 April 2024. Such a sequence indicates the vehicle likely failed an initial presentation or pre-test check, perhaps due to a minor administrative issue or a simple oversight like a faulty light bulb, and was rectified immediately for the retest the following day. The mileage accumulation aligns perfectly with the vehicle's age, demonstrating consistent, light use rather than prolonged standing or excessive commercial strain. Between the April 2023 test at 53,758 miles and the April 2024 test at 58,577 miles, the van covered 4,819 miles. The subsequent year saw a slight increase to 6,203 miles, bringing the total to 64,780 miles by April 2025. This equates to roughly 6,478 miles annually, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. The steady progression suggests regular use without any drastic gaps in the service history or sudden, high-mileage surges that would accelerate drivetrain wear. Despite the clean MOT record, a physical inspection remains essential, as the official tests only capture a snapshot of the vehicle's condition on specific days. The absence of recorded advisories does not guarantee the absence of wear, particularly on a commercial vehicle like the Vivaro. A buyer should closely examine the structural integrity of the chassis outriggers and sills, as corrosion poses a significant risk on vans of this era. Suspension components, including the coil springs and trailing arm bushes, require thorough checking for deterioration. Brake discs and pads should be measured for wear, and the condition of the tyres assessed for uneven wear that might indicate misalignment or binding calipers, which the MOTs have not flagged but could develop between tests.