2009 Vauxhall Hearsh 2.2L Petrol · OU58 BVN

The Vauxhall Hearse presents a stable and consistently clean roadworthiness record. The most recent MOT test, conducted on 22 October 2024 at 77,622 miles, passed with zero defects, advisories, or failures. This outcome is not an isolated result; it forms part of an unbroken five-year sequence of first-time passes with no recorded faults. The maintenance trend is demonstrably stable, indicating a vehicle that has been kept within tight mechanical tolerances by its keeper. The mileage profile tells a clear story of very light, steady use. Over the five-year period covered by these records, from 66,593 miles in October 2020 to 77,622 miles in October 2024, the vehicle covered 11,029 miles, an average of roughly 2,200 miles per year. The annual increments are remarkably consistent, ranging from 2,245 miles between 2022 and 2023 to 2,787 miles between 2020 and 2021, with no sudden spikes or suspicious gaps in the data. For a vehicle now approaching eighteen years of age, the total recorded mileage of 77,622 miles is exceptionally low, suggesting the hearse was used sparingly, likely for ceremonial or short-distance duties rather than daily commercial work. Despite the clean MOT history, the age and specialist body style of this vehicle warrant a careful physical inspection. Hearse bodies are often coachbuilt onto standard chassis, and the rear compartment area is a known vulnerability for hidden corrosion, particularly around load-bearing mounting points, internal wheel arches, and the rear floor section where moisture can accumulate under carpeted load decks. A thorough check for structural rust, water ingress, and the condition of the rear suspension mounting points is essential, as these components carry an asymmetric and often heavy load. Mechanically, the clean record suggests the core running gear is sound, but age-related deterioration will not always appear on an MOT until a component fails outright. Inspect the condition of all rubber suspension bushes, dust boots on driveshafts and steering joints, and the exhaust system for corrosion, particularly at flexi-joints and box seams. Check the tyre date codes, as low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from perished sidewalls and uneven wear due to long periods of standing rather than tread depth loss. Verify that all rear cabin electrical fittings, auxiliary lighting, and any bespoke hearse equipment function correctly, as these aftermarket systems fall outside standard MOT inspection criteria.