Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 10,123 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 22.3%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s MOT Reliability Overview
The Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 10,123 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.7% and a failure rate of 22.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s presents for MOT with approximately 54,960 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2021 models achieve the highest pass rate at 79.7%, while 2019 models have the lowest at 76.2%. This 3.5 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s is Brakes, affecting 18.5% 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 15.8%. Visibility rounds out the top three at 11.4%. 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
Best Year to Buy
All manufacture years perform similarly at ~79.2%.
Based on 2024 MOT test results only — the most recent data available. "Built" = year of manufacture. Cars need their first MOT at 3 years old, so the newest cars shown are from ~3 years ago.
Bar chart showing pass rate by manufacture year from 2019 to 2021
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
* 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 | 18.5% | 1,871 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 15.8% | 1,602 |
| 3 | Visibility | 11.4% | 1,155 |
| 4 | Tyres | 10.8% | 1,091 |
| 5 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 4.0% | 408 |
| 6 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 2.5% | 250 |
| 7 | Non-component Advisories | 2.4% | 243 |
| 8 | Suspension | 1.2% | 122 |
| 9 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.9% | 93 |
| 10 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.4% | 41 |
| 11 | Steering | 0.2% | 19 |
| 12 | Road Wheels | 0.1% | 11 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 54,960 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 | 3.36 | 18.5% | 1,871 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 2.88 | 15.8% | 1,602 |
| Visibility | 2.08 | 11.4% | 1,155 |
| Tyres | 1.96 | 10.8% | 1,091 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.73 | 4.0% | 408 |
| Body & Structure | 0.45 | 2.5% | 250 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.44 | 2.4% | 243 |
| Suspension | 0.22 | 1.2% | 122 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.17 | 0.9% | 93 |
| Seat Belts | 0.07 | 0.4% | 41 |
| Steering | 0.03 | 0.2% | 19 |
| Wheels | 0.02 | 0.1% | 11 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s has 54,960 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 Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 4.06% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s MOT Data
The Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 10,123 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.7% and a failure rate of 22.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s 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 Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s is likely to perform.
Brakes — 18.5% of failures
Brakes issues account for 18.5% of MOT failures on the Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s. 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 — 15.8% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 15.8% of MOT failures on the Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s. 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 — 11.4% of failures
Visibility issues account for 11.4% of MOT failures on the Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s. 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 Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s?
Based on 10,123 MOT tests in our database, the Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s has an overall pass rate of 77.7% (22.3% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s?
The top 3 reasons a Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s fails its MOT are: 1. Brakes (18.5%), 2. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (15.8%), 3. Visibility (11.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s reliable?
With a 22.3% MOT failure rate, the Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Sportive S/s?
Based on failure data, focus on: Brakes (18.5%); Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (15.8%); Visibility (11.4%). 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.