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Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto reliable? We analysed 1,677 real MOT tests across 483 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,677 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
83.9%
Typical Mileage
52,542mi
Annual Mileage
10,415mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto.

Specifications

Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1997cc
Engine
180bhp
Power
198g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1997cc
Power
180 BHP
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
LCV
Common colour
Grey
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Fuel-economy data not held for this model.

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
198 g/km Band J
Emission class
6ao
Road tax (12 mo.)
£265
Road tax (6 mo.)
£145.75
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

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Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

83.8%
2021
84.5%
2020
82.8%
2019

Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19

Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
6,247 mi/yr
Typical
10,415 mi/yr
Average
12,145 mi/yr
Heavy usage
16,107 mi/yr

Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 526 83.8% 30,349 48,068 65,501
2020 646 84.5% 36,754 55,308 78,066
2019 447 82.8% 36,460 54,899 79,726

How Long Does a Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto Last?

Based on 483 Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.4 years
Median
4.0 years

Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
52,542 mi
75th Percentile
76,025 mi
95th Percentile
118,684 mi
Max Recorded
178,329 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2020

84.5% MOT pass rate from 646 tests

Year to avoid
2019

82.8% MOT pass rate from 447 tests

The best year to buy a used Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.5% across 646 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto THIS CAR 83.9% 1,677 52,542 mi — yrs
Vauxhall Corsa 69.7% 26,893,546 58,908 mi 33 yrs
Vauxhall Astra 71.9% 25,288,868 76,280 mi 34 yrs
Vauxhall Zafira 71.9% 8,488,627 75,062 mi 27 yrs
Renault Arkana Iconic Tce MHEV Auto 87.9% 670 25,377 mi — yrs

Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto?

The Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.9% across 1,677 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto owner drives around 10,415 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto reliable?
Based on 1,677 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto has a 83.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto does around 10,415 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Vauxhall Vivaro 3100 Elite S/s Auto is 2020 with a 84.5% pass rate across 646 tests.