Vauxhall Minibus MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 53 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 32.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Vauxhall Minibus MOT Reliability Overview
The Vauxhall Minibus is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 53 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.9% and a failure rate of 32.1%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Vauxhall Minibus earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Vauxhall Minibus presents for MOT with approximately 62,598 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Vauxhall Minibus is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, affecting 28.3% of all tests. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. The second most common issue is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment at 18.9%. Visibility rounds out the top three at 15.1%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 49.1% | 26 |
| 2 | Visibility | 15.1% | 8 |
| 3 | Suspension | 9.4% | 5 |
| 4 | Tyres | 7.5% | 4 |
| 5 | Brakes | 7.5% | 4 |
| 6 | Body, Structure And General Items | 7.5% | 4 |
| 7 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 5.7% | 3 |
| 8 | Steering | 5.7% | 3 |
| 9 | Buses And Coaches Supplementary Tests | 3.8% | 2 |
| 10 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 1.9% | 1 |
| 11 | Driver's View Of The Road | 1.9% | 1 |
| 12 | Driving Controls And Speed Limiters | 1.9% | 1 |
| 13 | Non-component Advisories | 1.9% | 1 |
| 14 | Registration Plates And Vin | 1.9% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 62,598 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 7.84 | 49.1% | 26 |
| Visibility | 2.71 | 17.0% | 9 |
| Suspension | 1.51 | 9.4% | 5 |
| Body & Structure | 1.51 | 9.4% | 5 |
| Tyres | 1.21 | 7.5% | 4 |
| Brakes | 1.21 | 7.5% | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 0.90 | 5.7% | 3 |
| Steering | 0.90 | 5.7% | 3 |
| Buses and coaches supplementary tests | 0.60 | 3.8% | 2 |
| Driving Controls and Speed Limiters | 0.30 | 1.9% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.30 | 1.9% | 1 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.30 | 1.9% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Vauxhall Minibus has 62,598 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Vauxhall Minibus has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.13% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Vauxhall Minibus MOT Data
The Vauxhall Minibus is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 53 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.9% and a failure rate of 32.1%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Vauxhall Minibus owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Minibus is likely to perform.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 28.3% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 28.3% of MOT failures on the Vauxhall Minibus. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 18.9% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 18.9% of MOT failures on the Vauxhall Minibus. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Visibility — 15.1% of failures
Visibility issues account for 15.1% of MOT failures on the Vauxhall Minibus. Visibility failures relate to the windscreen, wipers, washers, mirrors, and view-obstructing damage. Cracks in the windscreen swept area, ineffective wipers, or empty washer bottles are common causes. Typical repair costs: £10–300. Pre-MOT check: Check the windscreen for chips and cracks — damage larger than 10mm in the driver's swept area or 40mm elsewhere will fail. Test washers and wipers. Ensure both door mirrors are intact and adjustable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Vauxhall Minibus?
Based on 53 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Vauxhall Minibus has an overall pass rate of 67.9% (32.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Vauxhall Minibus?
The top 3 reasons a Vauxhall Minibus fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (28.3%), 2. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (18.9%), 3. Visibility (15.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Vauxhall Minibus reliable?
With a 32.1% MOT failure rate, the Minibus is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Vauxhall Minibus?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (28.3%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (18.9%); Visibility (15.1%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.