2022 Vauxhall Movano L3H2 F3500 DYN T D S/S 2.2L Diesel · OY22 OXD
2022 Vauxhall Movano L3H2 F3500 DYN T D S/S (2.2L, diesel). First registered 07 Mar 2022. Recorded mileage 75,593 miles. MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL MOVANO L3H2 F3500 DYN T D S/S
- Year / Origin
- 2022 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 75,593 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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OY22 OXD Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 22/04/2026
- 75,593 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
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OY22 OXD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2022 Vauxhall Movano L3H2 F3500 Dyn T D S/S (OY22 OXD) between March 2025 and April 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”; “Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
OY22 OXD Mileage History
- 12/03/202570,928 mi
- 12/03/202570,928 mi
- 20/04/202675,588 mi+4,660 mi
- 22/04/202675,593 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 4,196 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution and budget for imme
The April 2026 failure is a significant event in this vehicle's history and should drive your negotiation. Before purchase, obtain documentary evidence that the brake pads, suspension ball joint, engine management light, and side repeater have all been properly rectified with quality parts, not just enough to pass an MOT retest. Ask the seller for any invoices or job cards relating to the post-failure retest and any work done between April 2026 and today. A van that fails on seven items including safety-related defects (brakes, lighting, suspension) deserves a thorough independent inspection, ideally by a specialist familiar with the Movano or its Renault Master equivalent underpinnings.
Given the commercial mileage, check the service history carefully. Vauxhall's recommended interval for the Movano diesel is typically 25,000 miles or annually, so there should be at least three main dealer or specialist service stamps on file. Confirm the timing belt or chain replacement schedule has been observed, as neglect here can lead to costly engine damage on high-mileage commercial diesels. Also verify that the vehicle has not been used outside its intended purpose, as ex-fleet or ex-hire Movanos often have harder lives than private examples.
The 2.2-litre diesel Movano typically returns around 30-35 mpg under real-world conditions, though heavily loaded commercial use will see figures closer to 25-28 mpg. Road tax for this Euro 6 commercial vehicle is relatively modest at around £165 per year for the standard rate, though confirm the current VED banding against the V5C. Insurance for a 3.5-tonne Movano typically falls into commercial groups, costing £700-£1,200 annually depending on usage class and driver history.
Routine maintenance on a Movano of this age and mileage should be straightforward, with annual servicing likely costing £200-£350 at an independent commercial vehicle specialist. However, the April 2026 failure suggests brake components may need replacement again sooner than expected, and suspension ball joint wear at 75,000 miles is a known wear item. Budget around £500-£800 for immediate remedial work if the seller has not addressed these items properly post-failure. Overall annual running costs, assuming moderate commercial use, are likely to be in the £2,200-£2,800 range.
Start with a physical inspection of the wheels and tyres. The April 2026 test flagged both front tyres as worn close to the legal limit and on the edge, which suggests either aggressive cornering wear, incorrect tracking, or a suspension geometry issue. Inspect the offside front suspension arm ball joint area for play, and verify the part has been replaced with a quality component. Also check the rear brake pads, which were measured at less than 1.5mm thick at failure, and confirm they have been replaced.
The engine management indicator light (MIL) being inoperative or showing a malfunction at failure is a concern that needs proper diagnosis. Ask the seller to provide a printout of any diagnostic trouble codes stored or cleared, and ensure no active fault codes remain. Diesel particulate filter (DPF) issues are common on Movanos of this age, particularly with high mileage or short journeys, so check for warning lights on the dashboard. Finally, inspect the offside front side repeater, the offside headlamp dipped beam function (flagged at the 2025 test), and the windscreen, which has been damaged throughout the MOT record.
This 2022 Vauxhall Movano L3H2 F3500 Dynamic Turbo Diesel has covered 75,593 miles in roughly four years of operation, equating to a high commercial mileage of around 17,000 miles per year. The MOT record shows three tests, with two passes and one substantial failure in April 2026 that addressed seven separate items. While the vehicle subsequently passed two days later, the breadth of defects raised at failure is notable for a relatively young van.
No aggregate MOT data is available for this specific Movano variant, so reliability cannot be assessed against a wider sample. The Vauxhall Movano generally shares its underpinnings with the Renault Master and is considered a competent but workmanlike commercial vehicle, with common issues around suspension wear, DPF problems on urban-use examples, and electrical gremlins as mileage accumulates.
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