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FC16 XXP

2016 Vauxhall Vivaro

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

50,152 mi
Last recorded50,152 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Vauxhall Vivaro72,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 50,152 miles
Fail 12 May 2026 50,152 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2025 46,283 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 39,219 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2024 39,219 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 32,883 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 28,379 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 28,378 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 21,582 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 42,330 miles

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

engine covers fitted obscuring testable components

under trays fitted obscuring testable components

Fail 3 Aug 2020 17,313 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

engine covers fitted obscuring testable components

under trays fitted obscuring testable components

Pass 6 Aug 2019 13,277 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring testable components

under trays fitted obscuring some testable components

Fail 6 Aug 2019 13,277 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

engine covers fitted obscuring testable components

under trays fitted obscuring some testable components

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 XXP 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 XXP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FC16 XXP registered?

FC16 XXP is a 2016 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 17 August 2016.

Is FC16 XXP safe to buy?

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