Vauxhall Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Vauxhall model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 5,387,006 real MOT tests.
Average Vauxhall MOT pass rate: 84%
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84%
Avg pass rate
16%
Avg fail rate
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Models tested
Vauxhall Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vauxhall Arena | 38% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 2 | Vauxhall Monterey | 36% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 3 | Vauxhall Midi | 33% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 4 | Vauxhall Rascal | 30% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 5 | Vauxhall Corsavan | 29% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear |
Most Reliable Vauxhall Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Vauxhall models least likely to have MOT problems
All Vauxhall Models by Fail Rate
Every Vauxhall model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omega | 1995 | 52% | 44% | |
| Arena | 1998 | 60% | 40% | |
| Movano | 2002 | 58% | 39% | |
| Corsavan | 2003 | 62% | 38% | |
| Monterey | 1996 | 62% | 38% | |
| Corsavan | 2002 | 60% | 38% | |
| Astravan | 2003 | 63% | 37% | |
| Monterey | 1995 | 63% | 37% | |
| Frontera | 2000 | 55% | 36% | |
| Rascal | 1992 | 64% | 36% | |
| Arena | 1999 | 54% | 36% | |
| Astravan | 2002 | 61% | 36% | |
| Combo | 2003 | 65% | 34% | |
| Meriva | 2003 | 66% | 34% | |
| Corsavan | 2005 | 66% | 34% | |
| Combo | 2001 | 66% | 34% | |
| Monterey | 1998 | 65% | 34% | |
| Meriva | 2006 | 66% | 33% | |
| Combo | 2006 | 66% | 33% | |
| Combo | 2004 | 65% | 33% | |
| Movano | 2001 | 67% | 33% | |
| Combo | 2000 | 67% | 33% | |
| Signum | 2008 | 63% | 33% | |
| Midi | 1993 | 67% | 33% | |
| Vivaro | 2007 | 68% | 32% | |
| Vivaro | 2006 | 67% | 32% | |
| Corsa | 2003 | 67% | 32% | |
| Vivaro | 2010 | 67% | 32% | |
| Vivaro | 2009 | 68% | 32% | |
| Vivaro | 2003 | 67% | 32% | |
| Meriva | 2004 | 67% | 32% | |
| Antara | 2008 | 67% | 32% | |
| Combo | 2002 | 67% | 32% | |
| Zafira | 2000 | 66% | 32% | |
| Zafira | 1999 | 65% | 32% | |
| Unclassified | 2009 | 68% | 32% | |
| Corsa | 2006 | 68% | 31% | |
| Corsa | 2005 | 68% | 31% | |
| Zafira | 2007 | 68% | 31% | |
| Vivaro | 2011 | 68% | 31% | |
| Vivaro | 2012 | 69% | 31% | |
| Vivaro | 2008 | 68% | 31% | |
| Corsa | 2004 | 68% | 31% | |
| Vivaro | 2005 | 68% | 31% | |
| Combo | 2008 | 68% | 31% | |
| Meriva | 2008 | 68% | 31% | |
| Corsa | 2002 | 68% | 31% | |
| Meriva | 2007 | 68% | 31% | |
| Combo | 2007 | 68% | 31% | |
| Vivaro | 2004 | 67% | 31% |
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Vauxhall MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Vauxhall cars?
The most common MOT problems on Vauxhall cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Vauxhall diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The Arena has the highest average fail rate at 38%.
Which Vauxhall model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Vauxhall model in our data is the Vivaro Life Combi Ev with an average MOT pass rate of 100%. View all Vauxhall models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Vauxhall?
The average MOT pass rate for Vauxhall is 84%, based on 5,387,006 MOT tests across 307 models. This means about 16% of Vauxhall cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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