Kymco Vivio Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Kymco Vivio reliable? We analysed 872 real MOT tests across 139 vehicles to find out.
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The Kymco Vivio is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake lever has inadequate reserve travel and headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kymco Vivio.
Kymco Vivio Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kymco Vivio. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kymco Vivio MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kymco Vivio to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kymco Vivio Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kymco Vivio fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kymco Vivio Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kymco Vivio owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kymco Vivio MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kymco Vivio year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 209 | 78.5% | 13,545 | 19,824 | 27,556 |
| 2001 | 440 | 80.7% | 11,798 | 19,075 | 29,437 |
| 2000 | 196 | 77.0% | 11,010 | 18,284 | 27,480 |
How Long Does a Kymco Vivio Last?
Based on 139 Kymco Vivio vehicles on UK roads.
Kymco Vivio Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kymco Vivio MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Kymco Vivio
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
80.7% MOT pass rate from 440 tests
77.0% MOT pass rate from 196 tests
The best year to buy a used Kymco Vivio is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.7% across 440 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Kymco Vivio Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kymco Vivio THIS CAR | 79.4% | 872 | 19,466 mi | 26 yrs |
| Kymco Agility | 82% | 22,853 | 11,906 mi | 21 yrs |
| Kymco Zing | 71.1% | 4,206 | 12,325 mi | 28 yrs |
| Kymco Super 9 | 73.6% | 3,895 | 11,929 mi | 26 yrs |
| Renault Grd | 73.7% | 1,457 | 60,033 mi | 12 yrs |
Compared to the Kymco Agility (82.0% pass rate) and the Kymco Zing (71.1% pass rate), the Kymco Vivio sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Kymco Vivio has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.4% across 872 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Kymco Vivio are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (44 recorded failures), brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (13), and headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (11). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Kymco Vivio owner drives around 1,402 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Kymco Vivio models stay on UK roads for around 26 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.