Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 88 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 30.7%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2 MOT Reliability Overview
The Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 88 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.3% and a failure rate of 30.7%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2 earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2 presents for MOT with approximately 97,250 miles on the clock. The 2011 manufacture year performs best with a 65.1% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2 is Brakes, affecting 36.4% of all tests. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. The second most common issue is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment at 15.9%. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment rounds out the top three at 13.6%. 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
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* 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 | Brakes | 36.4% | 32 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 29.5% | 26 |
| 3 | Tyres | 11.4% | 10 |
| 4 | Suspension | 8.0% | 7 |
| 5 | Driver's View Of The Road | 5.7% | 5 |
| 6 | Non-component Advisories | 2.3% | 2 |
| 7 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 1.1% | 1 |
| 8 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 97,250 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 3.74 | 36.4% | 32 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 3.04 | 29.5% | 26 |
| Tyres | 1.17 | 11.4% | 10 |
| Suspension | 0.82 | 8.0% | 7 |
| Visibility | 0.58 | 5.7% | 5 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.23 | 2.3% | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 0.12 | 1.1% | 1 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.12 | 1.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2 has 97,250 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 Movano R3500 L3h2 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 3.16% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2 MOT Data
The Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 88 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.3% and a failure rate of 30.7%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on brakes 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 Movano R3500 L3h2 is likely to perform.
Brakes — 36.4% of failures
Brakes issues account for 36.4% of MOT failures on the Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 15.9% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 15.9% of MOT failures on the Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2. 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 — 13.6% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 13.6% of MOT failures on the Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2?
Based on 88 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2 has an overall pass rate of 69.3% (30.7% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2?
The top 3 reasons a Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2 fails its MOT are: 1. Brakes (36.4%), 2. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (15.9%), 3. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (13.6%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2 reliable?
With a 30.7% MOT failure rate, the Movano R3500 L3h2 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Vauxhall Movano R3500 L3h2?
Based on failure data, focus on: Brakes (36.4%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (15.9%); Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (13.6%). 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.