2004 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.9L Diesel · VA04 HXD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its testing history over the last three years. The most recent MOT test conducted in January 2024 at 217,715 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle met the minimum safety standards at that time. While a failure exists exists on the same date with no specific defects listed, the subsequent pass suggests an administrative error or a minor immediate rectification that did not indicate a pattern of systemic mechanical failure. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a 22-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. Between January 2021 and January 2024, the vehicle covered 11,609 miles, representing a steady usage pattern of roughly 3,800 miles annually. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which often leads to rubber seal degradation and brake corrosion. However, as the last recorded test was over two years ago, the current roadworthiness of the vehicle is unverified and the mechanical state of components since the last inspection cannot be guaranteed. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and floor, as high-mileage vans of this era are prone to significant corrosion in hidden areas. Given the age, the suspension bushes, coil springs, and control arms should be checked for excessive wear or perished rubber. Because the record shows no advisories for brake components or tyres, a manual check of the caliper condition and tread thickness is necessary to ensure that maintenance has not lapsed since the January 2024 test.