2021 Vauxhall Movano 2.3L Diesel · MJ71 CDU

The vehicle currently maintains roadworthiness, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. The most recent test in September 2025 at 121,434 miles resulted in a pass following an initial failure for a defective nearside rear stop lamp. This represents a significant improvement compared to the previous year, where the vehicle failed on multiple mechanical and electronic fronts. The current trend suggests that the owners address immediate safety faults only when necessitated by an MOT failure. The Movano has covered a substantial distance, amulating 121,434 miles in approximately five years. This averages out to over 24,000 miles per annum. Between the October 2024 and September 2025 tests, the vehicle covered 14,767 miles in just eleven months, indicating consistent heavy commercial use. This level of mileage places considerable strain on the drivetrain, suspension components, and braking system, which aligns with the wear-related failures noted in the service record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, as the September 2024 failure highlighted the nearside rear brake pads worn to the critical 1.5mm limit along with poor service and parking brake efficiency. While these issues were supposedly rectified, the high mileage suggests that other calipers and discs may be nearing the end of their functional life. The inoperative engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp from 2024 also warrants a diagnostic scan to ensure that previous fault codes were not simply cleared to pass the test without resolving the underlying sensor or engine management issue. Given the high usage profile, the inspection should also focus on structural integrity and suspension bushings, which frequently degrade on heavy vans under these loads. The record does not show recurring structural corrosion yet, but the frequency of mechanical failures suggests that the vehicle is operated to its limits. Verifying the quality of recent brake repairs and the state of the exhaust is essential before purchase.