2008 Vauxhall Vivaro 2.0L Diesel · J11 TVP

The 2008 Vauxhall Vivaro presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 2 April 2026 at 192,422 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the three prior annual tests from April 2023 to April 2025 also passed cleanly. The only blemish is a failure on 31 March 2023 at 185,008 miles, reversed three days later at 185,074 miles with no defects listed, indicating a likely administrative or minor pre-check issue rather than a mechanical fault. Mileage sits at 192,422 against an 18-year life, averaging roughly 10,690 miles per year, which is typical for a light commercial van of this age. The records show steady annual accumulation: 185,074 miles in April 2023, 188,736 in April 2024, 190,719 in April 2025, and 192,422 in April 2026. No gaps or sudden jumps appear. The clean pass history across four years suggests the previous keeper kept basic upkeep current rather than deferring consumable replacement. A buyer should still inspect structural integrity and corrosion on the chassis and sills, as Vivaros of this era commonly suffer rust at 190,000-plus miles even when MOT advisories are absent. Check suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs for wear consistent with high-mileage use. The absence of advisories across the record means no recurring mechanical trend is visible, but a clean sheet at this age warrants a hands-on check of the drivetrain and exhaust emissions before purchase.