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Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine reliable? We analysed 789 real MOT tests across 123 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 789 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
69.7%
Typical Mileage
66,629mi
Annual Mileage
1,230mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
38yrs

The Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine.

Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

74.1%
1994
69.8%
1993
67.4%
1992
64.1%
1991
66.7%
1990
71.4%
1988

Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 108
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 88
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 41
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
Brake pipe excessively corroded 22
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 21
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 20
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 17

Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
466 mi/yr
Typical
1,230 mi/yr
Average
2,023 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,440 mi/yr

Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
1994 162 74.1% 47,918 62,276 72,612
1993 106 69.8% 51,377 70,751 81,961
1992 184 67.4% 54,067 71,916 83,357
1991 64 64.1% 50,259 65,229 78,356
1990 90 66.7% 57,534 65,721 77,205
1988 84 71.4% 43,840 75,270 87,179

How Long Does a Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine Last?

Based on 123 Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine vehicles on UK roads.

Average
18.7 years
Median
18.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
38 years

Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
66,629 mi
75th Percentile
81,603 mi
95th Percentile
104,275 mi
Max Recorded
195,121 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine

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

Best year
1994

74.1% MOT pass rate from 162 tests

Year to avoid
1991

64.1% MOT pass rate from 64 tests

The best year to buy a used Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine is 1994, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.1% across 162 tests. The 1991 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine THIS CAR 69.7% 789 66,629 mi 38 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
Fiat Doblo SX Multijet 84.3% 656 103,462 mi — yrs

Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine?

The Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.7% across 789 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine are seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (108 recorded failures), suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (88), and subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (41). 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.

A typical Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine owner drives around 1,230 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 Eagle Quest Limousine models stay on UK roads for around 38 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.

Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine reliable?
Based on 789 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine has a 69.7% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine?
The most common MOT failures are seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, and subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine does around 1,230 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine last?
Most Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine models stay on UK roads for around 38 years based on our analysis of 123 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine?
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 Eagle Quest Limousine?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Vauxhall Eagle Quest Limousine is 1994 with a 74.1% pass rate across 162 tests.