Vauxhall Unclassified
From 866 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened and parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 40 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 suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 40 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 28 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 22 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 22 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 21 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 20 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 19 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 17 |
| headlamp reflector or lens slightly defective | 16 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 16 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 29.4% of Unclassified failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 53.4% 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 £162.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 74.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
Typical mileage
Half of all Unclassifieds tested had between 55,986 and 122,934 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 94,369 median miles, the Unclassified has 0.029 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 Unclassified MOT pass rate?
The Vauxhall Unclassified has a 72.2% MOT pass rate based on 866 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Vauxhall Unclassified?
The most common MOT failure on the Vauxhall Unclassified is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 40 failures. Other common issues include a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened.
What is the typical mileage of a Vauxhall Unclassified at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Vauxhall Unclassified is 94,369 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 55,986 and 122,934 miles.
Buying a used Unclassified?
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 72.2% pass rate and an average repair bill of £162 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 29.4% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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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.