2017 Vauxhall Viva 1.0L Petrol · CU67 WRL

The 2017 Vauxhall Viva presents a stable and highly consistent maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent MOT on 29 September 2025 at 36,838 miles. The tester recorded zero defects, indicating the vehicle met all required safety and emissions standards without any advisories. This unblemished record across the last five consecutive annual tests demonstrates an entirely absent pattern of mechanical deterioration, suggesting the car has been kept in sound operating condition. Evaluating the mileage accumulation reveals a notably low-usage profile consistent with light, local driving. Between the 2021 test at 19,097 miles and the 2022 test at 25,825 miles, the car covered 6,728 miles, but the annual mileage dropped significantly thereafter. From September 2022 to September 2023, the odometer advanced by 5,717 miles, followed by 3,867 miles over the next twelve months, and just 1,429 miles between September 2024 and September 2025. This declining annual mileage—averaging roughly 4,093 miles per year over its nine-year lifespan—points to prolonged periods of standing rather than sustained long-distance use. Despite the flawless MOT history, the declining annual mileage warrants a focused physical inspection of components susceptible to deterioration from static periods. A buyer should closely examine the condition of the tyres, checking for sidewall cracking and flat-spotting caused by long-term standing rather than tread wear. Suspension bushes and coil springs require scrutiny for perishing or corrosion, as light urban driving accelerates wear on these parts. Brake discs and calipers must be checked for surface rust and potential binding, a common issue when a vehicle sits unused for extended durations. The exhaust system and structural underpinnings should also be inspected for corrosion, ensuring the low mileage has not masked any moisture-related deterioration.