Vauxhall Vivaro F2900 Dynamic S/S
From 1,085 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Vivaro F2900 Dynamic S/Ss fare better: 2022 models pass at 86% vs 80.4% for 2021.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, stop lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, caused 35 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 | 35 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 27 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 16 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 14 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 13 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 7 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 7 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 7 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 7 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 6 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 40.3% of failures are serious: 30.2% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 10.1% 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 £72.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 86% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2021 | 80.4% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all Vivaro F2900 Dynamic S/Ss tested had between 19,940 and 43,722 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 33,158 median miles, the Vivaro F2900 Dynamic S/S has 0.055 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 F2900 Dynamic S/S MOT pass rate?
The Vauxhall Vivaro F2900 Dynamic S/S has a 81.6% MOT pass rate based on 1,085 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Vauxhall Vivaro F2900 Dynamic S/S?
The most common MOT failure on the Vauxhall Vivaro F2900 Dynamic S/S is a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, which caused 35 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
What is the typical mileage of a Vauxhall Vivaro F2900 Dynamic S/S at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Vauxhall Vivaro F2900 Dynamic S/S is 33,158 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 19,940 and 43,722 miles.
Buying a used Vivaro F2900 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 81.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £72 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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