Used Opel Movano

What to know before buying: Opel Movano

From 1 forum thread and 3 press tests · updated 11/10/2026

What the reviews say

• The Movano B is effectively a Renault Master twin, offered in more than 300 combinations of body, length, height and drivetrain.[3]one sourceMovano B
• The longest Movano B van provides up to 17 m³ of cargo space; front-wheel-drive versions have a lower floor and wider side door.[3]one sourceMovano B
• In testing, the 100 and 125 hp Movano B engines ran smoothly and quietly, while the manual gearbox shifted precisely.[3]one sourceMovano B
• An owner of a 2005 2.5 CDTI reported satisfactory service at maximum load: 90,000 km in one year and 215,000 km total.[1]one sourceMovano A

Typical faults

• Movano A PF6 and Movano B PK6/PF6 manual gearboxes can suffer bearing wear, causing a road-speed whine—especially in fifth or sixth—and difficult shifts.[2][4]Movano AMovano B
• The Movano B 2.3 CDTI EGR valve can clog with soot, causing power loss, black smoke and sometimes increased fuel consumption.[4]one sourceMovano B

  2.3 CDTI

• The Movano B 2.3 CDTI turbo can fail through oil contamination or high exhaust temperatures; signs include whistling, limp mode and blue or black smoke.[4]one sourceMovano B

  2.3 CDTI

• Movano A and B injectors or their seals can leak, causing difficult cold starts, rough idle, diesel odour or increased fuel use.[2][4]Movano AMovano B

  2.5 CDTI, 2.3 CDTI

• Movano B and C SCR/AdBlue systems can suffer NOx-sensor, injector or pump/heater faults, triggering warnings, reduced response and a no-start countdown.[2]one sourceMovano BMovano C

  2.3 CDTI, 2.2 BlueHDi

• A Movano B battery can drain overnight because of the BCM, an alternator diode or damaged door wiring; central locking and lights may behave erratically.[2]one sourceMovano B

Which engine and version to take

• Sources describe the Movano A 2.5 CDTI as robust; an owner's experience shows successful heavy-duty service when maintenance is kept up.[1][2]Movano A
• The Movano B 2.3 CDTI with a six-speed manual is a sound choice: tested 100 and 125 hp versions were quiet, smooth and adequate, while consumption stayed below 10 l/100 km.[3]one sourceMovano B

What to check at the inspection

• During the test drive, listen for whining in fifth and sixth and check that every gear engages easily; noise can indicate PK6/PF6 bearing wear.[2][4]Movano AMovano B
• Start a Movano A 2.5 CDTI from cold: rattling at start-up or idle can indicate a stretched timing chain or worn tensioner.[2]one sourceMovano A
• On a Movano B 2.3 CDTI, check cold starting and idle, inspect around the injectors for leaks and request an injector return-flow test if suspicious.[4]one sourceMovano B
• On a Movano B test drive, watch for power loss, black or blue smoke, turbo whine and limp mode—signs of EGR or turbo trouble.[4]one sourceMovano B
• On Movano B and C vans, check for AdBlue, engine or emissions warnings and any no-start countdown; diagnostic equipment may be needed.[2]one sourceMovano BMovano C
• On a Movano B, check battery condition, parasitic draw, central locking and lights, and inspect the door wiring looms and relays.[2]one sourceMovano B

Verdict

Sources

1. [1]forum.autobazar.eu — Opel Movano 2,5 CDTi - Auto-moto fórum · forum
2. [2]transitcenter.es — Fallos y Problemas Comunes del Opel Movano - Transit Center · press
3. [3]automedia.lv — “Opel Movano” – faktiski tāds pats kā iecienītais “Renault ... · press
4. [4]totalrenting.es — Opel Movano Problemas | Fallos y averías más frecuentes · press

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