2017 Vauxhall Viva 1.0L Petrol · RH06 COW
2017 Vauxhall Viva (1.0L, petrol). First registered 25/04/2017. Recorded mileage 25,075 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL VIVA
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 25,075 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2017
- Engine
- 999cc
RH06 COW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/08/2025
- 25,075 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
RH06 COW Mileage History
- 20/02/202311,740 mi
- 14/02/202414,482 mi+2,742 mi
- 02/09/202415,376 mi+894 mi
- 14/08/202525,075 mi+9,699 mi
- 14/08/202525,075 mi
Average of roughly 5,376 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RH06 COW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Vauxhall Viva (RH06 COW) between February 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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