2016 Vauxhall Viva 1.0L Petrol · SW16 VLM
2016 Vauxhall Viva (1.0L, petrol). First registered 21/07/2016. Recorded mileage 51,323 miles. MOT valid until 09/09/2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL VIVA
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Aberdeen
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 51,323 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 999cc
SW16 VLM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/08/2025
- 51,323 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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SW16 VLM Mileage History
- 31/08/202124,119 mi
- 31/08/202228,795 mi+4,676 mi
- 06/09/202336,528 mi+7,733 mi
- 10/09/202449,677 mi+13,149 mi
- 12/08/202551,323 mi+1,646 mi
Average of roughly 6,889 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SW16 VLM 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 (SW16 VLM) between August 2021 and August 2025.
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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