2006 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.9L Diesel · GC06 COX

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy state but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in February 2026 at 155,012 miles, this followed a failure just five days prior due to critical parking brake and electrical issues. The persistence of the offside front shock absorber leak and track rod end play across the 2024 and 2026 records suggests that suspension-related components are only being addressed once they reach the point of MOT failure thresholds. At 155,012 miles over twenty years, the Vivaro has averaged approximately 7,750 miles per year, which is consistent with typical light commercial usage for this age. The mileage data shows steady annual accumulation, with roughly 2,300 miles covered between the February 2025 and February 2026 tests. This consistent usage suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, but the age-related mileage accelerates degradation of rubber components and structural integrity which is clearly evident in the advisories. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry and structural mounting. The February 2025 failure flagged significant corrosion on the offside front suspension mounting and a jacking point, which is a serious structural concern that requires close monitoring for deep rust. You should also verify that the offside front shock absorber was actually replaced, as the misting has appeared as an advisory for multiple years. Given the previous parking brake efficiency failure in early 2026, the brake mechanism and cables should be tested to ensure they are not seized or excessively worn.