Reliability Guide

Common Problems with the
1968 Vauxhall Viva

The 1968 Vauxhall Viva has an excellent reliability record with no widely reported common faults for this model year period.

Buying Tips for 1968 Vauxhall Viva

  • Check the clutch pedal feel; it should be light. A heavy or biting-high clutch indicates it has been ridden hard around town
  • Look at the front tyres for excessive inner wear, as the tracking is easily knocked out by potholes
  • Test the "City" steering button, which makes the power steering ultra-light for parking