2015 Vauxhall Viva 1.0L Petrol · FB15 DBU
2015 Vauxhall Viva (1.0L, petrol). First registered 17 Aug 2015. Recorded mileage 45,610 miles. MOT valid until 12 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL VIVA
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 45,610 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
FB15 DBU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/09/2025
- 45,610 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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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.
FB15 DBU Mileage History
- 23/09/202128,539 mi
- 22/09/202235,217 mi+6,678 mi
- 09/10/202340,546 mi+5,329 mi
- 03/10/202443,745 mi+3,199 mi
- 30/09/202545,610 mi+1,865 mi
Average of roughly 4,247 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FB15 DBU MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Vauxhall Viva (FB15 DBU) between September 2021 and September 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
Common Problems: VAUXHALL VIVA
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Timing Chain Noise on 1.0 Engine(Moderate)
The 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine can develop timing chain rattle, particularly on cold starts, if oil changes have been missed or low-grade oil used.
- Clutch Wear and Heavy Pedal Feel(Moderate)
Town-driven Vivas often suffer premature clutch wear due to constant stop-start use. A heavy or high-biting clutch is a sign it has been ridden hard.
- Front Wheel Bearing Noise(Moderate)
The front wheel bearings can develop a growling or humming noise at speed, which gets louder when cornering. A common wear item on lightweight city cars.
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- Timing Chain Noise on 1.0 EngineModerate
The 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine can develop timing chain rattle, particularly on cold starts, if oil changes have been missed or low-grade oil used.
- Clutch Wear and Heavy Pedal FeelModerate
Town-driven Vivas often suffer premature clutch wear due to constant stop-start use. A heavy or high-biting clutch is a sign it has been ridden hard.
- Front Wheel Bearing NoiseModerate
The front wheel bearings can develop a growling or humming noise at speed, which gets louder when cornering. A common wear item on lightweight city cars.
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