2014 Vauxhall Movano 2.3L Diesel · SD64 HKV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on June 15, 2026, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test passed, the failure just five days prior at the same mileage indicated multiple critical safety defects, specifically relating to the braking system and tyre integrity. The presence of a hydraulic fluid leak and corroded brake pipes suggests that mechanical components were only addressed once they reached a legal failure point rather than during routine scheduled maintenance. At 12 years old, the 2014 Vauxhall Movano has covered exceptionally low mileage, averaging approximately 5,787 miles per year. This low annual usage often suggests the vehicle has sat stationary for long periods, which frequently leads to the corrosion observed on the brake lines and the degradation of rubber. The pitted and scored brake discs noted in the June 2026 failure are consistent with a vehicle that has not seen enough miles to keep the rotors clean of rust through regular use. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire braking circuit. The tester flagged a corroded pipe and a leaking offside front line that was covered in grease, which is a common tactic to hide structural corrosion or active leaks. You should verify that the repair involved replacing the affected pipes rather than merely cleaning them, as the corrosion will return. Furthermore, the structural failure of the offside rear tyre indicates that the rubber compound may be aging despite low mileage, necessitating a check of all remaining tyres for sidewall cracking or flat spotting.