Vauxhall Arena
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 2 years from 136 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
57%
Total Tests
136
Best Year
1998 (60%)
Years Covered
2
About the Vauxhall Arena
The Vauxhall Arena has been tested 136 times in 2026 MOT data across 2 model years (1998 to 1999), with an average pass rate of 57%. That's 25 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as diesel.
Best and Worst Years
The 1998 model is the most reliable with a 60% pass rate from 55 tests. The 1999 model has the lowest at 54%. The 6 point spread between years means reliability varies somewhat, but no year is dramatically different.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1998) averages 105,477 miles, while the newest (1999) averages 84,357 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Vauxhall brand average of 84%, the Arena is 27 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Vauxhall models.
Estimated Running Costs
Higher due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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