2017 Nissan Qashqai N-Connecta DCI 1.5L Diesel · JH05 POP

The current roadworthiness status of this Vauxhall Vivaro is stable, evidenced by a clean pass on 28 June 2025 at 180,147 miles. The absence of any recorded defects or advisories during the last two annual inspections suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a functional standard. The brief failure recorded on 6 May 2024 at 175,104 miles appears to be an administrative or minor testing anomaly, as the vehicle passed just fourteen days later without any logged repairs, indicating no underlying mechanical failure at that time. With an average annual accumulation of approximately 9,481 miles over its nineteen-year lifespan, the vehicle shows a consistent usage pattern rather than evidence of long-term storage or excessive commercial strain. The mileage progression between May 2022 and June 2025 remains steady, averaging roughly 5,000 miles per year during this recent period. This level of activity is typical for a light commercial vehicle of this age and suggests the drivetrain has been kept in regular operation, which often prevents the seizing of components associated with long-term inactivity. Despite the clean MOT record, a prospective buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the structural integrity and mechanical consumables. The Vivaro platform is prone to corrosion in the sills, wheel arches, and chassis rails, areas that may not always be fully captured by an MOT test if surface treatments have been applied. You should specifically check the suspension bushes and ball joints for play, as these components frequently wear on high-mileage vans. Verify the condition of the brake discs and pads, as the MOT test only assesses performance and binding rather than the remaining friction material thickness. Finally, examine the engine bay for signs of oil leaks or cooling system neglect, as the MOT does not provide a comprehensive health check of the powertrain.