VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO (2020)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 81 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
89%
Total Tests (2024)
81
Avg Mileage
38,647 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,632
Is the 2020 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO reliable?
Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 7 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VAUXHALL brand average of 84%.
At 4 years old, 89% of VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTOs from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 81 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 38,647 miles.
How does the 2020 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2020 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO has 38,647 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2020 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO by Year
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About the 2020 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO
The 2020 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO is a family car with a 1997cc diesel engine. 81 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 79% of 2020 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 38,647 miles at 4 years old, VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2020 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO Fuel Costs
The 1997cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2020 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,632 (£136/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 89% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.
VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO Reliability Trend
The VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2020 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO
At 4 years old, the VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 81 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2020 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO
If reliability is your priority, there are 2 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2018) 92% pass rate (+3%) from 111,972 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2019) 89% pass rate (same) from 93,803 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2018) 84% pass rate (-5%) from 79,867 tests
- FORD KUGA (2019) 91% pass rate (+2%) from 72,831 tests