2014 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · FP64 HWY

The 2026‑02‑19 MOT passed the vehicle, yet the tester recorded a near‑side front suspension arm ball joint with slight play and a tyre with sub‑legal tread depth and exposed cords, indicating that the car remains road‑legal but shows recurring mechanical concerns. Repeated failures on suspension components and persistent tyre wear suggest a maintenance trend that is worsening rather than stabilising. The mileage of 93,662 at 12 years equates to roughly 7,800 miles per year, a figure consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. However, the jump from 52,273 miles in October 2020 to 63,825 miles a year later represents an accelerated accumulation of over 11,500 miles in a single year, and the interval from 2021‑10‑29 to the 2022‑12‑15 test adds another 10,500 miles, indicating periods of more intensive use rather than long standing intervals. A buyer should therefore inspect the near‑side front suspension arm, ball joints, anti‑roll bar linkage and track rod ends for play or worn boots, verify the condition of the brake pedal and calipers for binding or excessive wear, and examine tyre tread depth and side‑wall condition, especially on the near‑side front. Particular attention must be given to shock absorber oil misting or leaks, structural rust around chassis rails and suspension mounting points, and the integrity of wiper blades and mirrors, all of which have featured repeatedly in the record. Overall, the vehicle is presently compliant with MOT standards, but the pattern of recurring suspension and brake defects points to deferred maintenance that could lead to sudden failure; a detailed in‑person examination of these components is essential before any purchase decision.