Second Hand Vauxhall Vivaro Fuel Pump

The Vivaro has run across three generations: the first-generation (A) ran from 2001 to 2014, the second-generation (B) from 2014 to 2019, and the third-generation (C) from 2019 onwards, and fuel pumps do not cross cleanly between these generations due to different engine families. Within a single generation, fitment is primarily driven by engine code and fuel type, so a pump from the same generation with a matching engine code is your strongest starting point. If your search spans the 2014 boundary between Mk1 and Mk2, or the 2019 boundary into Mk3, confirm compatibility with the breaker against your registration before ordering.

These two vehicles sit in different generations — the 2012 is a first-generation Vivaro (A, 2001–2014) and the 2016 is a second-generation (B, 2014–2019) — which means different engine families and fuel system designs are involved. Even if both are diesel, the engine codes are likely different and the pumps are unlikely to be a direct swap. Always supply your engine code (found on your V5 or via a VIN check) to the breaker so they can confirm whether any overlap exists.

Yes, all Vauxhall Vivaro variants have a fuel pump — both diesel and petrol-engined versions — as it is a fundamental component needed to deliver fuel from the tank to the engine. Diesel Vivaros additionally have a high-pressure fuel pump as part of the common rail injection system, which is a separate and more expensive component to the low-pressure lift pump. When searching, be clear with the breaker whether you need the low-pressure transfer pump, the high-pressure injection pump, or both, as these are different parts with different prices.

No — trim levels such as Sportive, Edition, Dynamic, or Combi have no bearing on fuel pump fitment whatsoever. The fuel pump is determined entirely by the engine code and fuel type, so a Sportive and an Edition with the same engine code use identical pumps. Focus your search on matching the engine code from your V5 rather than worrying about trim badges.

The 1.6 CDTI in the second-generation Vivaro (B, 2014–2019) used Renault-sourced diesel engines, but there were different power outputs and associated engine codes in that range, so it is important to check your V5 or a VIN check for the exact code rather than relying on the badge alone. Supplying that engine code to the breaker is the most reliable way to ensure you get a compatible high-pressure or low-pressure fuel pump. Mechanical parts follow the engine code, not the displacement badge, so do not skip this step.

The Vauxhall Vivaro, Renault Trafic, and Nissan NV300 have been platform-sharing vehicles across multiple generations, meaning they often share the same underlying engines and fuel system components. Where engine codes match between the three, fuel pumps can sometimes be interchangeable, which also means a wider pool of used parts available from breakers. However, confirm the engine code match explicitly with the breaker before purchasing, as ancillary fittings and mounting arrangements can vary even between badge-engineered siblings.