2015 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6L Diesel · YR15 KPL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear decline into mechanical wear and deferred attention. While it passed the November 2025 test at 93,970 miles, the record reveals a high volume of advisories compared to the clean results of 2023 and early 2024. The shift from zero defects to multiple failures involving steering, suspension, and braking suggests that the vehicle is now entering a phase where reactive repairs are replacing proactive preventative care. The mileage pattern is consistent with a light-use commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year over its eleven-year life. There is a notable gap of over 15,000 miles between March 2023 and November 2024, which coincides with a significant mechanical failure regarding the exhaust system and emissions control hardware. The failure in November 2024 at 84,164 miles is particularly concerning due to the evidence of smoke and diesel particulate filter tampering, indicating potential engine health or exhaust issues that were not present during the previous test. A buyer must prioritize an inspection of the steering and suspension components, as the 2025 test flagged seepage on both sides of the steering box and misting on the nearside front shock absorber. These issues often signal impending failure and expensive replacement costs. The presence of corrosion on the rear brake pipes, masked by grease, suggests a lack of thorough under-body cleaning and could hide deeper structural degradation of the braking lines. Furthermore, the thin brake pads and worn front tyre noted in the latest record indicate that basic consumable maintenance is being neglected and requires immediate attention.