Vauxhall Movano
VanFrom 90,192 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Movanos fare better: 2021 models pass at 75.8% vs 61.5% for 2000.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a suspension pin and bush or joint excessively worn. The top issue, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 5,017 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5,017 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 4,580 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 2,877 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2,257 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 2,229 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 2,147 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 2,095 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 2,000 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 1,889 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 1,805 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 41.9% of Movano failures are safety items (worn brakes, tyre damage, steering play). The car still drives, but you shouldn't. Only 14.8% are the kind that would actually strand you. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £110.
The warranty question
A 3-year-old Movano passes its MOT 76.2% of the time. By 7 years old that drops to 71.1%, a 5.1 percentage point fall, right as the manufacturer warranty runs out. At 10 years it's down to 70.2%. With an average repair bill of £110 when things go wrong, an extended warranty can make sense on a Movano that's past its third birthday.
Vauxhall Movano on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 3,659 newly registered in the past year with 1,893 leaving, a net gain of 1,766. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 62,880 | 9,225 | +1,099 | -640 | +459 |
| 2025 Q2 | 62,635 | 9,011 | +1,147 | -546 | +601 |
| 2025 Q1 | 61,840 | 9,205 | +711 | -357 | +354 |
| 2024 Q4 | 61,674 | 9,017 | +702 | -350 | +352 |
| 2024 Q3 | 61,850 | 8,489 | +1,322 | -486 | +836 |
| 2024 Q2 | 61,063 | 8,440 | +1,458 | -406 | +1,052 |
| 2024 Q1 | 60,036 | 8,415 | +1,437 | -1,181 | +256 |
| 2023 Q4 | 60,145 | 8,050 | +874 | -445 | +429 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Movano L3H2 F3500 Cdti | Diesel | 6,256 | 13% |
| Movano L2H2 F3500 Cdti | Diesel | 5,769 | 12% |
| Movano L3H2 F3500 Prime T D Ss | Diesel | 4,055 | 9% |
| Movano 3500 Cdti Lwb | Diesel | 3,508 | 7% |
| Movano L2H2 F3500 Dyn T D S/S | Diesel | 2,912 | 6% |
| Movano F3500 L2H2 Cdti | Diesel | 2,885 | 6% |
| Movano L2H2 F3500 Prime T D Ss | Diesel | 2,832 | 6% |
| Movano F3500 L3H1 Cdti | Diesel | 2,831 | 6% |
| Movano F3500 L3H2 Cdti | Diesel | 2,718 | 6% |
| Movano 35 Prime L2H2 | Diesel | 1,916 | 4% |
| Movano L3H1 F3500 Cdti | Diesel | 1,776 | 4% |
| Movano 3500 Cdti Mwb | Diesel | 1,737 | 4% |
| Movano Dti 3500 Lwb | Diesel | 1,722 | 4% |
| Movano L3H2 F3500 Dyn T D S/S | Diesel | 1,318 | 3% |
| Movano F3500 L3H2 Cdti125 | Diesel | 1,149 | 2% |
| Movano F3500 L3H3 Cdti | Diesel | 778 | 2% |
| Movano F3500 L2H2 Cdti100 | Diesel | 691 | 1% |
| Movano L3H1 R3500 Cdti Biturbo | Diesel | 670 | 1% |
| Movano 35 Prime L3H2 | Diesel | 653 | 1% |
| Movano F3500 L2H1 Cdti | Diesel | 601 | 1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 75.8% | engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2020 | 76.2% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction |
| 2019 | 70.2% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2018 | 71.1% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
19 earlier years
| 2017 | 71.2% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2016 | 71.1% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2015 | 70.2% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2014 | 67.7% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2013 | 70.2% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2012 | 66.6% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2011 | 67.7% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2010 | 64.8% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2009 | 63.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2008 | 65.1% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2007 | 64.2% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2006 | 64.4% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2005 | 63.1% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
| 2004 | 62.8% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2003 | 62.8% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
| 2002 | 60.6% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired |
| 2001 | 59% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2000 | 61.5% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced |
| 1999 | 61.6% | the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced |
Typical mileage
Half of all Movanos tested had between 86,095 and 158,568 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 117,629 median miles, the Movano has 0.026 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 Movano MOT pass rate?
The Vauxhall Movano has a 69.2% MOT pass rate based on 90,192 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Vauxhall Movano?
The most common MOT failure on the Vauxhall Movano is a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 5,017 failures. Other common issues include parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement.
How many Vauxhall Movanos are on UK roads?
There are 62,880 Vauxhall Movanos currently licensed on UK roads, with 9,225 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Vauxhall Movano at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Vauxhall Movano is 117,629 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 86,095 and 158,568 miles.
Buying a used Movano?
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 69.2% pass rate and an average repair bill of £110 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.