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FC16 XYE

2016 Vauxhall Vivaro

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

71,212 mi
Last recorded71,212 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Vauxhall Vivaro72,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 71,212 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2025 71,212 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 66,330 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 57,862 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 57,862 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 44,980 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 44,980 miles

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

Central Rear Upper High level brake light out

Nearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 35,346 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 35,345 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault sensor fault shown on dash (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Front Upper Bumper insecure insecure re fasten (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2020 31,551 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 28,975 miles

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 XYE is a 2016 Vauxhall Vivaro in White 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 FC16 XYE, 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 XYE registered?

FC16 XYE is a 2016 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 24 August 2016.

Is FC16 XYE safe to buy?

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