2007 Vauxhall Vivaro 2.0L Diesel · LS07 LLG

Persistent issues with the steering rack and electronic warning systems define the mechanical history of this vehicle, which passed its latest test on 10 July 2025 after a failure involving the engine management and SRS lamps. A recurring pattern of play in the steering rack inner joints has been flagged across multiple years, and the record shows a history of major failures related to safety systems, including the supplementary restraint system and parking brake efficiency. The recorded mileage of 123,084 miles over a 19-year period represents an average annual usage of approximately 6,478 miles. This level of accumulation is typical for a vehicle of this age, meaning that while it has avoided excessive high-mileage wear, the components are subject to nearly two decades of environmental exposure and operational stress, which is evident in the recorded wear of the steering and braking systems. Attention must be paid to the steering rack, as play in the inner joints has been a consistent advisory since 2024. During a test drive, listen for knocks or clicks when turning the steering wheel at low speeds and feel for any vagueness or excessive play in the steering response. The front brake discs were noted as worn, pitted, or scored in July 2025, so the buyer should check for pedal judder or pulsations during braking, which would indicate surface irregularities on the discs. The presence of an oil leak was recorded in 2024, and while not flagged in the latest test, the engine bay and underside should be inspected for fresh residue or seepage. Additionally, the history of tyre wear on the edges of both the offside front and nearside rear suggests a need to verify current wheel alignment and tyre tread depth. The previous failures of the engine management and SRS warning lamps indicate a history of electrical or sensor faults that should be confirmed as fully resolved.