Faults:

Usual wear and tear. No major problems, but there is a minor oil leak now.

Gearshift feels stiff sometimes but nothing has failed.

Rear brakes seem to wear out fast, have replaced discs and pads twice recently.

Interior dashboard plastics easily break.

Needed a new alternator, this was its only breakdown a couple of years ago.

General Comments:

This 2012 Vauxhall Vivaro is near identical to our previous 2008 Renault Trafic van, versatile vans for any use.

Bright silver, alloy wheels, not bad looking, it was a works van originally as most were, and we were going to convert it to a motor-home for private use. As such, I haven't done any major work, just small cosmetics here and there, inside and out, to make it a more pleasant private use of a vehicle.

The 2.0 diesel provides good economy (about 34 - 40 mpg) and performance for a larger van, we keep it serviced on time and do any belts as applicable.

It actually cruises quiet and smooth on motorways and is great for long journeys; we thought it would be too noisy and unpleasant, but the van is really good for two people on a day trip with obviously plenty of space in the back for just about anything.

Main dealer was rather short with us and uninterested in service or repair for older vans, so we found a local trusted independent to help out.

Other than that, the van has been a great experience for work or private use, highly recommended - you can get them real cheap right now on the used market. Always go for a van with reasonable mileage and proof of being taken care of.

Faults:

Oil pump.

Sliding side door a bit reluctant to close.

General Comments:

Comfortable and spacious, I got a good deal on this van. 2017 model still feels very fresh.

Had a lot of miles but has been looked after, rear interior space wood-lined and up front looks hardly used. Seats are in great condition.

Economical for its size but not very fast, but once you get on the motorway it is fine, it is an OK van to drive.

This Vivaro has soo much space and is in such good condition I am thinking about converting it to a motor-home! Be careful when buying these vans at high mileage however - only buy well looked after vehicles, lots out there on the used market that have led hard lives and are very rough.

Faults:

Bought the van. Within a few thousand miles, it needed a new gearbox; cost a grand.

Apart from that, it's been great.

Tip for all of you; make sure your gearbox oil is full; I purposely over fill mine, it works great, nice and smooth gear change.

General Comments:

Wonderful van, great to drive.

Nice and smooth.