2014 Vauxhall Vivaro 2.0L Diesel · LB14 OYY

The most recent MOT on 2025-10-03 recorded multiple defects, including nearside and offside front tyres worn close to legal limits, an offside drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, an oil leak, and a front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint with slight play. A separate entry on the same date noted a failed test due to insufficient windscreen washer liquid. These issues suggest ongoing maintenance needs, particularly with suspension components and tyre condition. Recurring mechanical patterns include deterioration of the offside drive shaft joint constant velocity boot, which was first recorded in 2023 and reappeared in 2025. Ball joint play in the front anti-roll bar has also been noted in 2024 and 2025, indicating potential suspension wear. Corrosion on the rear coil spring was recorded in 2023, and tyre wear near legal limits has been a consistent issue since 2025. These defects point to a trend of gradual component degradation rather than sudden failures. The vehicle’s mileage of 116,690 miles over 12 years equates to roughly 9,724 miles per year, which is typical for its age. This suggests average usage rather than excessive wear or prolonged inactivity. However, the presence of recurring defects like CV boot deterioration and ball joint play implies that some components may have experienced higher stress or insufficient maintenance over time.