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Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto Car Check — MOT History, Reliability & Faults

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Is the Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto reliable? We analysed 321 real MOT tests across 168 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 321 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
80.4%
Typical Mileage
46,618mi
Annual Mileage
11,656mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic 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 F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto.

Specifications

Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic 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 F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1997cc
Engine
142bhp
Power
199g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1997cc
Power
142 BHP
Power (kW)
106 kW
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

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

Fuel Economy

Fuel-economy data not held for this model.

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
199 g/km Band J
Emission class
6ar
Road tax (12 mo.)
£275
Road tax (6 mo.)
£151.25
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic 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 F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

79.8%
2022
80%
2021

Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic 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 7
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5

Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic 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
6,985 mi/yr
Typical
11,656 mi/yr
Average
13,083 mi/yr
Heavy usage
17,123 mi/yr

Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic 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 F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 203 79.8% 32,050 46,443 71,967
2021 105 80.0% 26,022 41,721 63,715

How Long Does a Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto Last?

Based on 168 Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.8 years
Median
3.0 years

Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic 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
46,618 mi
75th Percentile
69,842 mi
95th Percentile
101,601 mi
Max Recorded
143,775 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto

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

Best year
2021

80.0% MOT pass rate from 105 tests

Year to avoid
2022

79.8% MOT pass rate from 203 tests

The best year to buy a used Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.0% across 105 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.8% — 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 F3100 Dynamic 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 F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto THIS CAR 80.4% 321 46,618 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
Toyota Hiace 300 D-4D 120 LWB 81.1% 472 166,814 mi — yrs

Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto?

The Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.4% across 321 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 F3100 Dynamic 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 F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto owner drives around 11,656 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 F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto reliable?
Based on 321 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto has a 80.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto does around 11,656 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic 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 F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Vauxhall Vivaro F3100 Dynamic S/s Auto is 2021 with a 80.0% pass rate across 105 tests.