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FC16 XRJ

2016 Vauxhall Vivaro

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

100,558 mi
Last recorded100,558 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Vauxhall Vivaro72,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC16 XRJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 100,558 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 91,014 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 91,012 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pedal wearing smooth anti slip provision (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 82,907 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth anti slip provision (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror cover (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2023 82,907 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal wearing smooth anti slip provision (1.1.2 (c))

Coolant level low

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror cover (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 70,094 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 64,224 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls have slight perishing/cracking to them (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured showing some white light (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in tread, no cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front ADVISE ONLY - daytime running light not working

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls have slight perishing/cracking to them (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured showing some white light (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 15 Jun 2022 64,224 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls have slight perishing/cracking to them (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured showing some white light (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in tread, no cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front ADVISE ONLY - daytime running light not working

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls have slight perishing/cracking to them (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured showing some white light (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 53,012 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 46,143 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 46,143 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 34,613 miles

spare tyre is flat

Fail 21 Jun 2019 34,613 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass (3.3 (b) (i))

spare tyre is flat

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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FC16 XRJ is a 2016 Vauxhall Vivaro in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 FC16 XRJ, 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 FC16 XRJ registered?

FC16 XRJ is a 2016 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 22 August 2016.

Is FC16 XRJ safe to buy?

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