2010 Vauxhall Vivaro 2.0L Diesel · FP60 FKV

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend characterized by increasing frequency and variety of mechanical advisories. While the most recent test on 24 April 2026 at 137,815 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged worn or pitted front brake discs and slight play in the nearside front outer track rod end. These issues follow a pattern of escalating component wear seen in previous years, suggesting that while the vehicle remains roadworthy, the interval between necessary repairs is shortening. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a commercial vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 8,600 miles per year. The record shows steady use, with a notable jump of over 25,000 miles between the October 2021 test and the April 2023 test. This period of higher usage aligns with the emergence of more frequent mechanical faults. The most recent interval shows a steady climb of roughly 9,000 miles per year, which is typical for a light commercial vehicle, but the increasing number of advisories suggests the vehicle is entering a phase of higher maintenance requirements. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the braking system and steering components. The record shows recurring issues with brake discs and pipes, specifically the corrosion noted on the offside front brake pipe in April 2025 and the central rear brake pipe in April 2023. The repeated mentions of pitted or scored discs across multiple years indicate that the braking hardware is nearing the end of its service life. Furthermore, the track rod ends have appeared as a recurring fault in 2020, 2024, and 2026, which signals potential instability in the steering linkage. Suspension and drivetrain integrity also require close physical inspection. The tester identified a severely deteriorated nearside front outer drive shaft CV boot in April 2025, and the history shows a serious shock absorber leak in September 2018. Given the age of the vehicle and the recurring issues with rubber components like CV boots and tyres perishing, a thorough check of all bushings, seals, and rubber gaiters is necessary to ensure no further degradation has occurred since the last inspection.