2014 Vauxhall Vivaro 2.0L Diesel · OV14 FBL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from clean passes to emerging mechanical wear. In the most recent test in April 2026 at 122,450 miles, the tester identified a damaged nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover and a worn top mount bush on the nearside front upper shock absorber. While these represent minor advisories that did not cause failure, they indicate that the front suspension components are beginning to reach the end of their service life en masse. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a twelve-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 10,200 miles per year. Between May 2023 and April 2026, the vehicle covered 17,649 miles, representing a steady usage rate of roughly 5,800 miles per annum during that specific period. This lower annual average suggests no neglect, though the failure in 2025 at 115,616 miles due to a failed offside front position lamp was a minor electrical issue that was rectified immediately prior to the re-test. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the front suspension to assess the extent of the degradation on the track rod end and shock absorber mounts. The deteriorated dust cover on the track rod will eventually allow moisture and grit to enter, leading to premature joint failure if not replaced. Given the age and mileage of this Vivaro, attention should also be paid to corrosion on the chassis and suspension mounting points, as the record does not yet flag structural issues but these are common for this model at this mileage.