Vauxhall Cascada
From 5,018 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, caused 241 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 241 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 114 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 77 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 71 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 50 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 44 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 40 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 35 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 29 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 28 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 37.9% of Cascada failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 33.1% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £139.
Vauxhall Cascada on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 52 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 52. At this rate, roughly 60.4 years until none remain.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 2,573 | 83 | +0 | -42 | -42 |
| 2025 Q2 | 2,616 | 82 | +0 | -0 | +1 |
| 2025 Q1 | 2,593 | 104 | +0 | -0 | +7 |
| 2024 Q4 | 2,598 | 92 | +0 | -10 | -10 |
| 2024 Q3 | 2,633 | 67 | +0 | -0 | +0 |
| 2024 Q2 | 2,648 | 52 | +0 | -0 | +5 |
| 2024 Q1 | 2,642 | 53 | +0 | -0 | +10 |
| 2023 Q4 | 2,624 | 61 | +0 | -42 | -42 |
8 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascada Elite Cdti S/S | Diesel | 675 | 27% |
| Cascada Elite S/S | Petrol | 552 | 22% |
| Cascada Se S/S | Petrol | 427 | 17% |
| Cascada Se Cdti S/S | Diesel | 393 | 16% |
| Cascada Elite Cdti Auto | Diesel | 148 | 6% |
| Cascada Elite Auto | Petrol | 122 | 5% |
| Cascada Elite Turbo Auto | Petrol | 81 | 3% |
| Cascada Elite Turbo S/S | Petrol | 75 | 3% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 80.6% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2016 | 84.7% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2015 | 84.6% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2014 | 78.8% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
1 earlier years
| 2013 | 79.9% | a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cascadas tested had between 32,787 and 57,122 miles on the clock.
At 52,016 median miles, the Cascada has 0.035 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Vauxhall models
| Vauxhall Corsa | 70.9% |
| Vauxhall Astra | 72.5% |
| Vauxhall Vivaro | 67.2% |
| Vauxhall Mokka | 76.7% |
| Vauxhall Insignia | 75.3% |
Common questions
What is the Vauxhall Cascada MOT pass rate?
The Vauxhall Cascada has a 81.7% MOT pass rate based on 5,018 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Vauxhall Cascada?
The most common MOT failure on the Vauxhall Cascada is a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, which caused 241 failures. Other common issues include a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm.
How many Vauxhall Cascadas are on UK roads?
There are 2,573 Vauxhall Cascadas currently licensed on UK roads, with 83 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Vauxhall Cascada at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Vauxhall Cascada is 52,016 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 32,787 and 57,122 miles.
Buying a used Cascada?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 81.7% pass rate and an average repair bill of £139 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 37.9% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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