2015 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · SC65 HTZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in April 2025 with 114,968 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows a shift from reactive repairs to proactive care. While the 2025 test was clean, the 2024 failure indicates a period where mechanical upkeep was neglected, suggesting that the previous owner only addressed faults once they failed a test rather than performing routine preventative servicing. At 114,968 miles over 11 years, the Vivaro averages approximately 10,450 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a commercial vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent annual movement, with 16,000 miles covered between March 2023 and March 2024, and another 1,410 miles covered in the year leading up to the latest test. This regular use suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which helps prevent degradation of seals and rubber components. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension geometry, as the record reveals a recurring issue with ball joints. The tester flagged slight play in the anti-roll bar joints in 2022 and excessive play in the nearside track rod end in 2024. Although these were rectified, the repeated nature of these faults suggests the front-end components are under stress. A physical check for further wear in the bushings is essential. The 2024 failure for thin front brake pads and worn tyres indicates a history of running consumables to their legal limits, necessitating a thorough check of the current brake discs and tyre tread to ensure they are not again nearing replacement.