2012 Vauxhall Vivaro 2.0L Diesel · FT12 EXS

The 2025‑06‑13 MOT at 172,439 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the DVSA roadworthiness standard and that the maintenance trend is stable, having passed the previous test on the same day after a prior failure with no recorded defects. At 14 years of age, the 172,439‑mile odometer equates to an average annual mileage of roughly 12,300 miles, which is considerably higher than typical for a vehicle of this vintage and suggests intensive use rather than prolonged periods of inactivity. The record shows testing in June 2023, June 2024 and June 2025, with two tests in 2024 and 2025, indicating regular inspection and no extended gaps. A buyer should therefore concentrate on the suspension system, specifically the bushes and coil springs, which are common wear points on high‑mileage vans, and verify that the rear brakes are not binding and that the brake discs show no excessive scoring or corrosion. Inspection of the chassis, wheel arches and underbody for structural rust, as well as a check of exhaust emissions and structural integrity, is essential. Since no defects were logged in any of the recent tests, the main risks are accelerated wear of consumables and concealed corrosion; a thorough visual inspection of the chassis, wheel arches and underbody, together with functional testing of the braking and steering components, will confirm whether the vehicle remains fit for continued service.