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DS16 ZTC

2016 Vauxhall Vivaro

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

52,714 mi
Last recorded52,714 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Vauxhall Vivaro72,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS16 ZTC
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 52,714 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 33,333 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2025 33,332 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 21,548 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Slight damage on sidewall--205/65R16C (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Slight damage on sidewall--205/65R16C (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 20,906 miles

Offside Rear Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.6.1 (b))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

check ignition message on dash

Fail 4 Apr 2023 20,906 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.6.1 (b))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

check ignition message on dash

Pass 11 Mar 2022 19,640 miles

Offside Rear Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.6.1 (b))

Fail 11 Mar 2022 19,640 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre 205/65/16C ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/65/16C (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front wheel arch liner loose but secure due to front bumper impact

Offside Front Nail in tyre 205/65/16C ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged damage to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/65/16C (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.6.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2020 16,628 miles

Front emissions tested no peak given

Pass 29 May 2019 15,861 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES HAVE KERB DAMAGE TO OUTER WALLS

EMISSIONS NOT DETECTED

FACTORY FITTED ENGINE COVER /.UNDER TRAY

Nearside Rear Lower BODY DAMAGED

Fail 29 May 2019 15,861 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES HAVE KERB DAMAGE TO OUTER WALLS

EMISSIONS NOT DETECTED

FACTORY FITTED ENGINE COVER /.UNDER TRAY

Nearside Front Lower Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower BODY DAMAGED

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Vivaro?

Based on 3,853,716 MOT tests across 280,649 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
8,329
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
280,649
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 144,341
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 70,699
position lamp(s) not working 68,920
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 66,403
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 53,993
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DS16 ZTC is a 2016 Vauxhall Vivaro in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2016 Vauxhall Vivaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 72,558 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Vivaro fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 144,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS16 ZTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Vivaro typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 10 years old, this Vauxhall Vivaro is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DS16 ZTC registered?

DS16 ZTC is a 2016 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 30 April 2016.

Is DS16 ZTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS16 ZTC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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