2017 Vauxhall Viva 1.0L Petrol · AP66 MYG

The 2017 Vauxhall Viva presents a clean and stable roadworthiness record. The most recent MOT, conducted on 21 January 2026 at 14,425 miles, passed with zero defects. This follows a consistent pattern of passes across the last four years, with only a single minor failure in January 2024 for an ineffective offside front wiper blade. That defect was rectified the same day, and no further advisories or failures have appeared since. The maintenance trend is clearly stable, with no recurring mechanical or structural faults. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle. Between the January 2023 test at 12,267 miles and the January 2026 test at 14,425 miles, the car covered just 2,158 miles over three years, averaging roughly 720 miles annually in that period. The earlier interval from January 2023 to January 2024 shows a similar pattern, with only 503 miles added. Such minimal use raises the possibility of prolonged stationary periods, which can lead to flat-spotted tyres, deteriorated brake discs from surface corrosion, and dried-out rubber seals or suspension bushes despite the low recorded mileage. A buyer should still carry out a physical inspection focused on components that degrade with age and inactivity rather than use. Check the tyre sidewalls for cracking or date codes indicating they are original and over five years old, as rubber perishes regardless of tread depth. Inspect the brake discs and pads for lipping or surface corrosion that can develop during extended parking. Examine suspension bushes, gaiters, and dust boots for perishing, and verify that the exhaust system shows no signs of moisture-induced corrosion from short trips that fail to reach full operating temperature. The wiper failure in 2024 was minor and resolved, but confirming the condition of both wiper blades and the windscreen washer system remains sensible given the car's low usage. Overall, the MOT record is reassuring, but the age and mileage pattern warrant a careful physical check of perishable components.