Vauxhall Senator
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 2 model years from 111 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
81%
Total Tests
111
Model Years
1991 to 1993
Years Covered
2
About the Vauxhall Senator
The Vauxhall Senator was MOT tested 111 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 2 model years (1991 to 1993), with an average pass rate of 81%. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list petrol versions.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1991) averages 113,561 miles, while the newest (1993) averages 145,921 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Estimated Running Costs
Higher due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Vauxhall Senator by Year
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Questions about the Vauxhall Senator
Is the Vauxhall Senator reliable?
Across its 2 model years in our data (1991 to 1993), the Vauxhall Senator averages an 81% MOT pass rate, from 111 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 1 point below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
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