Vauxhall Agila Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Vauxhall Agila reliable? We analysed 1,052,565 real MOT tests across 66,496 vehicles to find out.
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The Vauxhall Agila is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake pipe excessively corroded and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Agila.
Vauxhall Agila Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Agila. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Vauxhall Agila MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Vauxhall Agila to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Vauxhall Agila Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Vauxhall Agila fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Vauxhall Agila Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Vauxhall Agila models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Vauxhall Agila Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Agila owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Vauxhall Agila MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Vauxhall Agila year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 2,109 | 86.7% | 17,364 | 29,411 | 45,596 |
| 2014 | 39,364 | 84.2% | 18,730 | 31,222 | 48,664 |
| 2013 | 44,447 | 82.8% | 20,635 | 34,438 | 53,762 |
| 2012 | 58,110 | 80.7% | 22,570 | 37,676 | 58,258 |
| 2011 | 71,642 | 78.2% | 24,274 | 40,628 | 62,914 |
| 2010 | 72,033 | 77.2% | 23,578 | 40,158 | 61,864 |
| 2009 | 121,224 | 75.5% | 25,908 | 43,727 | 66,356 |
| 2008 | 74,113 | 75.1% | 26,849 | 44,644 | 67,595 |
| 2007 | 34,239 | 77.8% | 27,455 | 45,588 | 67,854 |
| 2006 | 46,750 | 77.4% | 27,622 | 45,912 | 69,352 |
| 2005 | 62,300 | 76.1% | 28,300 | 46,307 | 68,812 |
| 2004 | 81,030 | 75.8% | 29,174 | 47,957 | 70,428 |
| 2003 | 106,667 | 75.6% | 31,545 | 50,843 | 73,930 |
| 2002 | 78,464 | 74.2% | 35,098 | 53,926 | 76,553 |
| 2001 | 101,647 | 73.2% | 39,049 | 57,010 | 78,074 |
| 2000 | 56,490 | 71.7% | 41,724 | 59,677 | 80,412 |
How Long Does a Vauxhall Agila Last?
Based on 66,496 Vauxhall Agila vehicles on UK roads.
Vauxhall Agila Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Agila MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Vauxhall Agila
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.7% MOT pass rate from 2,109 tests
71.7% MOT pass rate from 56,490 tests
The best year to buy a used Vauxhall Agila is 2015, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.7% across 2,109 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Vauxhall Agila Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall Agila THIS CAR | 76.4% | 1,052,565 | 46,354 mi | 26 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 |
| Suzuki Wagon-r+ | 71.2% | 607,585 | 53,600 mi | 28 yrs |
Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Agila outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Vauxhall Agila has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.4% across 1,052,565 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Vauxhall Agila are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (25,050 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (16,022), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (14,046). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Vauxhall Agila 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 Agila owner drives around 3,897 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.
In terms of longevity, most Vauxhall Agila models stay on UK roads for around 26 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.