Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/S Auto
VanFrom 253 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
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 8 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 8 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 7 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 6 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot severely deteriorated | 6 |
| wiper blade defective | 5 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 3 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| defective lens | 2 |
| lamp showing red light to the front, white light to the rear or has heavily reduced light intensity | 2 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured and affecting the driver's view of the road or of an obligatory external mirror | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 22.7% of Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/S Auto failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £74.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 84.5% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/S Autos tested had between 31,571 and 57,949 miles on the clock.
At 46,421 median miles, the Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/S Auto has 0.037 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 Sportive S/S Auto MOT pass rate?
The Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/S Auto has a 83% MOT pass rate based on 253 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/S Auto?
The most common MOT failure on the Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/S Auto is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/S Auto at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/S Auto is 46,421 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 31,571 and 57,949 miles.
Buying a used Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/S Auto?
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 83% pass rate and an average repair bill of £74 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.