2016 Vauxhall Viva 1.0L Petrol · RE16 JWP
2016 Vauxhall Viva (1.0L, petrol). First registered 12 May 2016. Recorded mileage 85,704 miles. MOT valid until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL VIVA
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,704 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
RE16 JWP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/03/2026
- 85,704 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.
RE16 JWP Mileage History
- 25/03/202252,371 mi
- 31/03/202366,733 mi+14,362 mi
- 02/04/202472,716 mi+5,983 mi
- 08/03/202576,671 mi+3,955 mi
- 19/03/202685,704 mi+9,033 mi
Average of roughly 8,366 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RE16 JWP MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Vauxhall Viva (RE16 JWP) between March 2022 and March 2026.
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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