2003 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.9L Diesel · FP53 KSF

The Vauxhall Vivaro passed its most recent MOT on 21 May 2025 at 229,515 miles with no defects recorded, indicating a currently roadworthy status and a stable maintenance trend across the last three test cycles. The May 2025 pass followed a same-day failure at 229,513 miles where the tester logged no defects, suggesting an administrative or presentation issue rather than a mechanical fault. Prior tests in May 2024 at 227,376 miles and May 2023 at 223,846 miles also passed cleanly, with a similar same-day fail and pass on 11 and 12 May 2023 at 223,832 and 223,846 miles respectively. The recorded mileage shows consistent annual use. From May 2023 to May 2025 the van covered 5,669 miles, averaging roughly 2,835 miles per year, well below the 9,979 miles per year implied by its 23-year life. The records show no gaps exceeding twelve months and no rapid accumulation events. The sparse, defect-free history gives little evidence of neglected consumables, though the low recent use may mask deterioration from standing. A buyer should still inspect the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs for age-related corrosion given the vehicle's 2003 build and 229,515 miles. The clean MOT record means no advisories flag worn tyres or binding calipers, but the same-day fails without logged defects warrant confirmation that the V5C and test certificates match the DVSA entry. Verify exhaust emissions and structural integrity underneath, as a 23-year-old van can hide rust not caught in a pass.