VAUXHALL VIVARO MOT pass rate
64.8% of 274,045 VAUXHALL VIVARO MOT tests pass.
The VIVARO passes 64.8% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all VAUXHALL models (73.5%).
The VAUXHALL VIVARO passes 64.8% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the VAUXHALL VIVARO tested at 0–3 years pass 83.6% of the time, compared with just 55.8% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 83.6% | 11,887 | 44,804 miles |
| 3–6 years | 79.5% | 45,675 | 65,555 miles |
| 6–10 years | 66.5% | 94,037 | 102,613 miles |
| 10–15 years | 56.5% | 63,623 | 140,515 miles |
| 15+ years | 55.8% | 58,823 | 155,317 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the VAUXHALL VIVARO
The most common reason the VAUXHALL VIVARO fails its MOT is suspension — present in 60.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Ball joint excessively worn".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 60.4% | Ball joint excessively worn |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 58.3% | Not working |
| Brakes | 51.3% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Steering | 26.4% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Visibility | 18.7% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Tyres | 14.5% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Body, chassis, structure | 12.0% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 10.6% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 4.1% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.6% | Inscription illegible |
Related VAUXHALL models
- VAUXHALL CORSA — 73.3% pass rate
- VAUXHALL ASTRA — 73.2% pass rate
- VAUXHALL MOKKA — 78.1% pass rate
- VAUXHALL INSIGNIA — 75.4% pass rate
- VAUXHALL ZAFIRA — 69.3% pass rate
- VAUXHALL COMBO — 70.2% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the VAUXHALL VIVARO?
- 64.8% of VAUXHALL VIVARO MOT tests pass, based on 274,045 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the VAUXHALL VIVARO?
- The most common reason the VAUXHALL VIVARO fails its MOT is suspension — present in 60.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Ball joint excessively worn".
- Does this show the VAUXHALL VIVARO's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the VAUXHALL service history guide for how to check and keep one.