Vauxhall Senator
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 2 years from 111 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
81%
Total Tests
111
Best Year
1991 (88%)
Years Covered
2
About the Vauxhall Senator
The Vauxhall Senator has been tested 111 times in 2026 MOT data across 2 model years (1991 to 1993), with an average pass rate of 81%. That's close to the national average of 82%. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 1991 model is the most reliable with a 88% pass rate from 42 tests. The 1993 model has the lowest at 74%. The 14 point spread between years means reliability varies somewhat, but no year is dramatically different.
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, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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