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FM16 PVU

2016 Vauxhall Vivaro

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

70,418 mi
Last recorded70,418 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Vauxhall Vivaro72,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM16 PVU
MakeVauxhall
ModelVivaro
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 70,418 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Feb 2026 70,418 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 35,296 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 33,060 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 28,076 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 28,074 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 21,798 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both clutch and brake pedal rubbers have splits in them

Pass 2 Jun 2021 16,485 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 13,358 miles

Nearside Rear reverse/fog lamp broken

Offside mirror casing broken

Pass 20 Jun 2019 9,828 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 9,827 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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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FM16 PVU 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 72.7%.

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 FM16 PVU, 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

How do I check the history of FM16 PVU?

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What year was FM16 PVU registered?

FM16 PVU is a 2016 Vauxhall Vivaro, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is FM16 PVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM16 PVU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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