Vauxhall Vivaro F2700 Sportive S/S
From 443 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, caused 11 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 brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 11 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 9 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 7 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 6 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 5 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 4 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 3 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| a tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. this includes any lifting of the tread rubber | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 27.5% of Vivaro F2700 Sportive S/S 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 £68.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 83.5% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Vivaro F2700 Sportive S/Ss tested had between 24,593 and 54,910 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 37,611 median miles, the Vivaro F2700 Sportive S/S has 0.044 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 F2700 Sportive S/S MOT pass rate?
The Vauxhall Vivaro F2700 Sportive S/S has a 83.5% MOT pass rate based on 443 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Vauxhall Vivaro F2700 Sportive S/S?
The most common MOT failure on the Vauxhall Vivaro F2700 Sportive S/S is a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, which caused 11 failures. Other common issues include stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Vauxhall Vivaro F2700 Sportive S/S at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Vauxhall Vivaro F2700 Sportive S/S is 37,611 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 24,593 and 54,910 miles.
Buying a used Vivaro F2700 Sportive 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 83.5% pass rate and an average repair bill of £68 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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