2017 Vauxhall Viva 1.0L Petrol · FD17 JMU
2017 Vauxhall Viva (1.0L, petrol). First registered 05 Jun 2017. Recorded mileage 52,947 miles. MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL VIVA
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 52,947 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FD17 JMU Key Findings
- 11 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/11/2025
- 52,947 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FD17 JMU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
11 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Vauxhall Viva (FD17 JMU) between May 2020 and November 2025.
The record contains 8 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 24 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (11 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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 Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Central Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))”.
FD17 JMU Mileage History
- 01/06/202010,403 mi
- 02/06/202111,076 mi+673 mi
- 14/12/202111,557 mi+481 mi
- 14/12/202111,557 mi
- 08/12/202217,928 mi+6,371 mi
- 12/12/202327,454 mi+9,526 mi
- 06/12/202439,271 mi+11,817 mi
- 06/12/202439,277 mi+6 mi
- 24/11/202552,947 mi+13,670 mi
- 24/11/202552,947 mi
Average of roughly 7,761 miles per year across 10 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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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