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VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 342 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

83%

Total Tests (2024)

342

Avg Mileage

31,949 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,632

Is the 2021 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 3 years old, 83% of VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTOs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 342 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 31,949 miles.

How does the 2021 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars3208th out of 3,373(top 95%)
Rank among all VAUXHALL models530th out of 882(top 60%)
vs national average+1% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average-9% (92% avg)
vs VAUXHALL average-1% (84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO has 31,949 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

Best year to buy a VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 89% MOT pass rate, while the 2019 model has the lowest at 83%. The 2021 sits between the two at 83%.

How much does a 2021 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1997cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,632
Per month£136/mo

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

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202183%34231,949 mi
202089%8138,647 mi
201983%8234,486 mi

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About the 2021 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO

The 2021 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO is a family car with a 1997cc diesel engine. 342 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 95% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 31,949 miles at 3 years old, VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 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 2021 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 83% 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 2021 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 89%.

Alternatives to the 2021 VAUXHALL VIVARO LIFE ELITE S/S AUTO

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: