VAUXHALL VIVA (2018)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 7,977 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
90%
Total Tests (2024)
7,977
Avg Mileage
30,413 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2018 VAUXHALL VIVA reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VAUXHALL brand average of 84%.
At 6 years old, 90% of VAUXHALL VIVAs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 7,977 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 30,413 miles.
How does the 2018 VAUXHALL VIVA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2018 VAUXHALL VIVA has 30,413 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a VAUXHALL VIVA?
The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 91% MOT pass rate, while the 2015 model has the lowest at 84%. The 2018 sits between the two at 90%.
How much does a 2018 VAUXHALL VIVA cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
VAUXHALL VIVA by Year
Checking a specific VAUXHALL VIVA?
Enter the reg plate to see its individual MOT history, mileage verification, and predicted costs.
About the 2018 VAUXHALL VIVA
The 2018 VAUXHALL VIVA is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 7,977 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 30,413 miles at 6 years old, VAUXHALL VIVA owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2018 VAUXHALL VIVA Fuel Costs
The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2018 VAUXHALL VIVA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
VAUXHALL VIVA Reliability Trend
Newer VAUXHALL VIVAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 5 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2018 VAUXHALL VIVA
At 6 years old, the VAUXHALL VIVA offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 91%. With 7,977 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.
Alternatives to the 2018 VAUXHALL VIVA
The VAUXHALL VIVA is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2016) 81% pass rate (-9%) from 205,128 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2016) 81% pass rate (-9%) from 133,045 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2017) 86% pass rate (-4%) from 100,176 tests
- VAUXHALL ASTRA (2016) 85% pass rate (-5%) from 92,988 tests