2011 Vauxhall Vivaro 2.0L Diesel · YR61 XLL

The vehicle's MOT history shows a pattern of recent failures followed by passes, with the most recent test on 4 June 2025 resulting in a pass with no recorded defects. This follows a failure on the same date in 2025 and a similar failure on 5 June 2024. While the most recent result suggests the vehicle met the minimum legal standards, the recurring failures in consecutive years indicate intermittent issues that required rectification to achieve a pass. The maintenance trend appears unstable due to these repeated failures, even though the current record shows no active advisories or defects. The recorded mileage stands at 143,215 miles, which aligns with a typical usage pattern of approximately 9,500 miles per year for a 2011 model. The MOT records provided cover the period from May 2023 to June 2025. There are no obvious gaps in the annual testing cycle, and the mileage progression between these specific dates does not indicate excessive or rapid accumulation. The data remains relatively sparse, providing only a snapshot of the vehicle's compliance over a three-year window. Because the MOT records for 2024 and 2025 both show failures with no specific defect descriptions provided in the summary, a physical inspection is necessary to identify the nature of those previous faults. A buyer should focus on the underside of the vehicle to check for structural corrosion, particularly on the chassis and sills, which is common in vans of this age. It is also necessary to inspect the suspension components, including bushes and coil springs, as well as the braking system for signs of binding calipers or worn discs. Given the lack of advisory information in the recent passes, checking the condition of consumables such as tyres, wiper blades, and light clusters is advisable. Examining the exhaust system for excessive corrosion and checking the engine for any signs of fluid leaks will also provide a clearer picture of the mechanical state that the MOT test does not fully capture. buying_score: 55 risk_level: Medium.