2016 Vauxhall Viva 1.0L Petrol · PE16 FSZ

The 2016 Vauxhall Viva presents a clean roadworthiness status with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 20 May 2025 at 53,048 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of annual passes since at least 2021. No advisories or mechanical faults appear anywhere in the DVSA history, which indicates the vehicle has not required corrective work at the point of testing. Annual mileage sits well below typical class norms for a ten-year-old car. The record shows 28,262 miles at the 18 May 2021 test, rising to 34,293 by 16 May 2022, 40,629 by 19 May 2023, 47,197 by 21 May 2024, and 53,048 by 20 May 2025. That equates to roughly 5,900 miles per year across the chain, with no abrupt jumps or dormant gaps between tests. The consistent low accumulation suggests gentle use, though prolonged standing between short journeys can still allow corrosion or perished rubber components to develop unseen by the tester. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the car's age and low-use profile. The MOT record flags none of these, but the absence of advisories does not certify component condition between tests. Examine subframe and sills for structural rust, and confirm the exhaust emissions remain within limits under cold start. Check tyre sidewalls and wiper blades for age cracking rather than tread wear, since low mileage often masks rubber degradation. The clean history implies previous owners kept basic statutory testing current, yet no evidence exists of proactive maintenance beyond the minimum required standard.