2015 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · WU65 AEF

The 2015 Vauxhall Vivaro, recorded at 114,483 miles on 9 September 2025, passed its latest MOT, but the same test documented a registration plate lamp defect and a failure for near‑side rear tyre tread below 1.6 mm together with a serious fluid leak from the near‑side front shock absorber. The recurring lamp issue across 2024 and 2025, coupled with repeated tyre and suspension faults, shows a maintenance trend that is neither improving nor stabilising; serious mechanical problems re‑appear despite the vehicle’s recent pass. Mileage has risen steadily from 46,613 miles in August 2018 to 114,483 miles in September 2025, an average of roughly 10,400 miles per year for an 11‑year‑old van, with no extended periods of zero mileage recorded between tests. The jump from 61,049 miles in July 2020 to 77,760 miles in October 2021 reflects a period of increased usage, while subsequent increments remain within the typical range for a vehicle of this age. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension system, focusing on the condition of the front and rear shock absorbers, anti‑roll bar linkages, ball joints and track rod ends for leaks, excessive play or worn bushes, and verify the integrity of the near‑side rear coil spring that fractured in 2023. Brake components should be examined for pad thickness below 1.5 mm, disc scoring or pitting, and tyre tread depth and edge wear, while the undertray and chassis should be checked for corrosion or structural damage that could compromise safety.