Vauxhall Vivaro-E MOT pass rate and common problems
85.3% of 1,028 Vauxhall Vivaro-E MOT tests pass.
The Vivaro-E passes its MOT 85.3% of the time — well above the average across all Vauxhall models, which sits at 73.5%.
The Vauxhall Vivaro-E passes its MOT 85.3% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate eases gradually with age, from 86.8% at 0–3 years to 81.8% at 3–6 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 86.8% | 726 | 25,358 miles |
| 3–6 years | 81.8% | 302 | 27,638 miles |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Vauxhall Vivaro-E
The most common reason the Vauxhall Vivaro-E fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 48.1% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 48.1% | Not working |
| Visibility | 32.2% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Tyres | 28.0% | Has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords |
| Brakes | 22.9% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Body, chassis, structure | 5.6% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Suspension | 4.2% | Pin or bush excessively worn |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 1.4% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Steering | 1.4% | Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.5% | Inscription illegible |
| Seat belt installation check | 0.5% | Causes a three point belt lap section to be incorrectly positioned across the occupant |
Buying a used Vauxhall Vivaro-E: what to check
These checks follow the Vauxhall Vivaro-E’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
The biggest drop in pass rate for the Vauxhall Vivaro-E comes between 0–3 years and 3–6 years old, from 86.8% to 81.8%. If you are looking at one in or just past that range, read its MOT history closely.
1. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 48.1% of failed Vauxhall Vivaro-E MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
2. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 32.2% of failed Vauxhall Vivaro-E MOTs.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
3. Tyres
Recorded in 28.0% of failed Vauxhall Vivaro-E MOTs.
Check tread depth across the whole width of every tyre, including the inner edge. Uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension problems. Look for cuts and bulges in the sidewalls.
4. Brakes
Recorded in 22.9% of failed Vauxhall Vivaro-E MOTs.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
5. Bodywork and corrosion
Recorded in 5.6% of failed Vauxhall Vivaro-E MOTs. 2.6% of tests at 3–6 years failed on bodywork and corrosion, against 0.6% at 0–3 years.
Look underneath and along the sills for corrosion, especially near suspension and seat-belt mountings. Uneven panel gaps or mismatched paint can indicate accident repair.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Vauxhall service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Vauxhall models
- Vauxhall Ampera — 75.6% pass rate
- Vauxhall Omega — 70.8% pass rate
- Vauxhall Signum — 64.8% pass rate
- Vauxhall Frontera — 69.7% pass rate
- Vauxhall VX220 — 87.8% pass rate
- Vauxhall Calibra — 82.6% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Vauxhall Vivaro-E?
- 85.3% of Vauxhall Vivaro-E MOT tests pass, based on 1,028 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Vauxhall Vivaro-E?
- The most common reason the Vauxhall Vivaro-E fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 48.1% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- What are the common problems with the Vauxhall Vivaro-E?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Vauxhall Vivaro-E are lights and electrics; windscreen and wipers; tyres.
- What should I check when buying a used Vauxhall Vivaro-E?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: lights and electrics; windscreen and wipers; tyres; brakes; bodywork and corrosion. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Vauxhall Vivaro-E'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.