2016 VAUXHALL VIVA1.0L Petrol

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the recent history indicates a shift toward reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. The most recent test on October 10, 2025 at 67,442 miles shows a pass just 20 miles after a failure. While the vehicle met the minimum standard, the presence of thin front brake pads during that pass suggests that the owner only addressed faults when forced by the tester. The previous failure also identified an excessively worn nearside front anti-roll bar linkage and a compromised dust cover. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent with a low-use profile, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year since its 2016 registration. Between February 2023 at 49,162 miles and October 2025 at 67,442 miles, the car covered over 18,000 miles, showing steady usage. The short eight-month gap between the February 2023 and October 2023 tests suggests the vehicle sat stationary or was used infrequently, which can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber components or seized brakes that are not caught until the annual inspection. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension geometry and braking system. Since the anti-roll bar linkage was flagged as excessively worn, verify that the part was replaced with a high-quality component to prevent premature play or knocking. The tyre pressure monitoring system failure in 2024 at 60,166 miles also requires verification to ensure the sensors or module are fully functional. Given the report of thin brake pads, check the front discs for deep scoring or uneven wear, which often occurs when pads are allowed to run near their wear limit.