2015 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · TC07 BUY

As a 1598cc diesel Vivaro first registered in May 2015, it will fall into a higher VED band for diesel vans (typically around £335 annually for vehicles over 3,500kg or £140-£165 for lighter vans, confirm exact weight). Insurance group for a 2015 Vivaro van is usually mid-range commercial, with premiums varying by use and location. At over 225,000 miles, expect above-average maintenance costs for brakes, shocks and tyres; estimated annual running cost including fuel, tax, insurance and servicing is approximately £3,500-£4,500 given high business mileage.

Inspect the rear shock absorbers closely — the February 2026 test noted both rear shockers corroding, which may require replacement soon. Check the front registration plate condition (flagged as deteriorated but readable in 2026) and the rear inner brake discs described as worn and pitted, though not seriously weakened. Verify the near-side front anti-roll bar ball joint repaired after the 2024 failure and examine all four tyres for uneven wear, especially the near-side rear which has shown edge wear and damage across three consecutive MOTs.