2013 Vauxhall Vivaro 2.0L Diesel · LT09 LAN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of recurring suspension component failure. While it passed the most recent January 2026 test at 61,392 miles, it had failed just one day prior due to multiple mechanical defects including a fractured nearside rear coil spring, a worn offside front anti-roll bar ball joint, and a failing offside front shock absorber. The persistence of a nearside front track rod end issue across two recent tests indicates that while major repairs were addressed, minor steering components were not fully rectified. The mileage profile is notably low for a thirteen-year-old van, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 2,443 miles between the January 2024 and January 2025 tests, followed by another 5,012 miles leading to the January 2026 inspection. This low annual usage suggests the vehicle may have spent long periods sitting stationary, which often causes rubber components like CV boot boots and suspension bushes to dry out and degrade through age rather than mechanical wear, despite the low distance driven. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The history shows repeated issues with track rod ends and ball joints, suggesting the front end assembly is reaching the end of its service life. Check the nearside front CV boot for tearing or grease leakage, as this was a noted failure in 2024. Given the shock absorber failure in early 2026, the damping quality should be tested for oil leaks or excessive bounce to ensure the replacement was performed with high-quality parts.