2019 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · SA19 EYG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs consistent with high annual mileage. The most recent test in June 2025 at 147,685 miles passed following a failure just two miles prior. That previous failure identified excessively worn front anti-roll bar pins and bushes on both sides, alongside sub-frame wear. While the immediate faults were rectified to secure the pass, the recurring nature of suspension-related wear suggests that components are reaching the end of their operational life due to heavy use. The mileage profile is exceptionally high for a seven-year-old van, averaging over 21,000 miles per year. Between April 2023 and June 2025, the vehicle covered 50,000 miles, indicating intensive usage patterns of approximately 25,000 miles annually. This rapid accumulation puts significant strain on the drivetrain, braking system, and suspension geometry. The clean record in May 2024 at 124,833 miles is an outlier in a pattern of mechanical failures seen in other testing intervals. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front sub-frame and all mounting points, as the tester has flagged worn pins and bushes across multiple years. The front anti-roll bar assembly, track rod ends, and strut top mounts should be checked for play or perished rubber, as these have shown repeated failure. Given the previous failure for parking brake efficiency in 2023, the handbrake mechanism should be tested to ensure it is not binding or losing effectiveness despite the high-mileage demands.