Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Dynamic S/S
VanFrom 3,680 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Older Vivaro 3100 Dynamic S/Ss fare better: 2021 models pass at 72.8% vs 77.8% for 2020.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 243 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.
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 243 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 166 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 67 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 58 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 54 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 49 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 43 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 41 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 39 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 38 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 43.6% of failures are serious: 32.3% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 11.3% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £77.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 72.8% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2020 | 77.8% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
Typical mileage
Half of all Vivaro 3100 Dynamic S/Ss tested had between 43,982 and 70,908 miles on the clock.
At 59,675 median miles, the Vivaro 3100 Dynamic S/S has 0.04 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 Vivaro 3100 Dynamic S/S MOT pass rate?
The Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Dynamic S/S has a 76.1% MOT pass rate based on 3,680 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Dynamic S/S?
The most common MOT failure on the Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Dynamic S/S is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 243 failures. Other common issues include a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Dynamic S/S at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Dynamic S/S is 59,675 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 43,982 and 70,908 miles.
Buying a used Vivaro 3100 Dynamic S/S?
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 76.1% pass rate and an average repair bill of £77 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.