2012 Vauxhall Vivaro 2.0L Diesel · NL62 AEM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 209,272 miles, this followed a significant failure just four days prior. The failure record highlights multiple simultaneous mechanical issues including a snapped exhaust, a fractured coil spring, and excessively worn ball joints. This suggests the previous owner only addressed critical faults when forced by the MOT tester, rather than performing routine mechanical overha. At 209,272 miles, this 14-year-old van has averaged approximately 15,000 miles per year, indicating heavy commercial-style use. The data shows consistent mileage accumulation between tests, with 6,400 miles covered between September 2024 and November 2025, and another 10,400 miles in the year preceding that. This high mileage profile places immense strain on the drivetrain and suspension components, which is evidenced by the recurring failures of ball joints and CV boots across different years. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the ball joints and Macpherson strut mounts have been flagged as defective or likely to fail in recent tests. The split CV boot noted in 2024 needs to be checked for grease leakage and internal damage to the drive shaft joint. Given the snapped exhaust that prevented emissions testing in late 2025, the entire exhaust system and mounting should be examined for heavy corrosion or structural fatigue. Furthermore, the nearside front tyre was recently noted as showing signs of uneven wear, which may indicate an ongoing alignment issue or worn suspension components.