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2016 Vauxhall Viva 1.0L Petrol · CJ07 EVE

CJ07 EVE

2016 Vauxhall Viva (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2016. Recorded mileage 14,478 miles. MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL VIVA
Year / Origin
2016 · Cardiff
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 26 Jan 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
Recorded Mileage
14,478 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.0L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 26 Jan 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Oct 2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2016
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This 2016 Vauxhall Viva has a very clean MOT history, with the most recent test in January 2026 showing a pass with no mechanical defects. The only recent failure was a minor lighting issue regarding discoloured indicators, which was rectified to achieve the pass. The vehicle's condition trend appears stable. Aside from a minor child seat obstruction and a door issue noted in 2023, the MOT records show no recurring mechanical failures or structural concerns over the last few years. The history suggests a well-maintained, albeit lightly used, vehicle. The mileage is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old car, averaging only about 1,448 miles per year. While this suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and suspension, such low usage can be ambiguous. It may indicate very light, careful use, or it could suggest the car has spent long periods stationary. Long periods of sitting can sometimes lead to issues with rubber components, seals, or battery health that aren't always captured in an MOT. Because the mileage is so low, you should not assume the car is "as new" mechanically.

CJ07 EVE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/01/2026
  • 14,478 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Known faults for Vauxhall Vauxhall Viva

Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

CJ07 EVE Mileage History

  1. 14/01/20239,640 mi
  2. 13/01/202411,414 mi+1,774 mi
  3. 25/01/202513,033 mi+1,619 mi
  4. 22/01/202614,478 mi+1,445 mi
  5. 22/01/202614,478 mi

Average of roughly 1,600 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

CJ07 EVE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 18:33
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Vauxhall Viva (CJ07 EVE) between January 2023 and January 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 22 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”.

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