2016 Vauxhall Viva 1.0L Petrol · SP16 YKA
2016 Vauxhall Viva (1.0L, petrol). First registered 24/03/2016. Recorded mileage 45,317 miles. MOT valid until 31/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL VIVA
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Dundee
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 45,317 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1000cc
SP16 YKA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/03/2026
- 45,317 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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.
SP16 YKA Mileage History
- 01/04/202221,814 mi
- 28/03/202327,816 mi+6,002 mi
- 18/03/202433,957 mi+6,141 mi
- 25/03/202540,741 mi+6,784 mi
- 30/03/202645,317 mi+4,576 mi
Average of roughly 5,884 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SP16 YKA 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 2016 Vauxhall Viva (SP16 YKA) between April 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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