2019 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · LJ62 ACE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward developing mechanical wear. While it passed the most recent test in October 2025 at 92,588 miles, the tester identified multiple defects that were absent in previous years. The appearance of an oil leak, an exhaust crack in the central silencer, thin offside front brake pads, and a noisy nearside rear wheel bearing indicates that the vehicle is entering a phase where consumable components and peripheral seals require urgent attention after a period of relatively clean-record results. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical low-use cycles, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per year over its twelve-year life. Between October 2023 and October 2025, the car covered 13,346 miles, suggesting a steady usage profile. There is a notable gap between the September 2022 failure and the subsequent pass, but since then, the vehicle has been consistently tested at regular intervals. The failure in September 2022 at 72,695 miles for excessively worn front suspension arm bushes was addressed promptly, as evidenced by the clean sheets in the following three tests. A buyer must perform a physical inspection of the engine bay to determine the exact source of the oil leak flagged in 2025, as this could range from a simple valve cover gasket to a more significant seal failure. The noisy nearside rear wheel bearing requires a tactile test to ensure it does not progress to a mechanical failure, and the crack in the silencer should be monitored to prevent future emission-related failures or further structural corrosion. Given the previous history of worn suspension bushes, a thorough check of the remaining control arms and steering components is necessary to ensure no new play is developing on the front axle.