2004 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.9L Diesel · LT54 XLC

The 2004 Vauxhall Vivaro is currently assessed as roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of worsening condition rather than stability. The most recent MOT test on 2025-09-23 at 176,153 miles was passed, yet this is followed by a failed test on 2025-09-23 at 176,147 miles, suggesting the vehicle has accumulated wear on critical components that require immediate attention. The 2025-09-23 test failed specifically on the front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint, which exhibits slight play, and the 2024-09-26 test failed on the offside stop lamp, indicating that structural integrity on the front axle has deteriorated. The mileage pattern reveals a significant accumulation of wear over the last two years, with the vehicle reaching approximately 8,007 miles per year. While the initial 2025-09-23 test at 176,153 miles was passed, the subsequent 2025-09-23 test at 176,147 miles suggests that the vehicle has not maintained adequate maintenance, leading to progressive failure of suspension and braking components. The gap between the 2025-09-23 and 2024-09-26 tests highlights a lack of regular inspection, with the 2024-09-26 test failing on the offside stop lamp while the 2025-09-23 test passed on the front anti-roll bar, indicating that the vehicle has not had its brakes or suspension properly serviced. Given the recurring faults in the suspension, brakes, and structural components, a buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to evaluate the condition of the anti-roll bar linkage, wheel bearings, and suspension bushings. The brake system requires adjustment or repair, as evidenced by the binding condition on the offside front service brake and the corroded brake pipe, which may indicate that the wheel bearings need to be replaced. Structural risks such as rust on the brake pipe and the anti-roll bar linkage ball joint must be assessed, as these components are prone to corrosion and failure. The vehicle's roadworthiness is compromised by the combination of these issues, necessitating a thorough inspection before purchase.