Vauxhall Movano Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Vauxhall Movano car check
Is the Vauxhall Movano reliable? We analysed 1,043,634 real MOT tests across 89,639 vehicles to find out.
Got a specific Vauxhall Movano? Enter the reg for a free check:
The Vauxhall Movano is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Movano.
Vauxhall Movano Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Movano. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Vauxhall Movano MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Vauxhall Movano to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Vauxhall Movano Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Vauxhall Movano fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Vauxhall Movano Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Movano owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Vauxhall Movano MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Vauxhall Movano year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 539 | 71.8% | 33,580 | 51,137 | 73,790 |
| 2021 | 14,569 | 76.3% | 36,263 | 53,489 | 75,951 |
| 2020 | 15,716 | 76.4% | 38,079 | 55,304 | 79,302 |
| 2019 | 28,219 | 73.4% | 37,848 | 59,358 | 89,018 |
| 2018 | 29,348 | 73.7% | 39,473 | 64,289 | 97,731 |
| 2017 | 31,907 | 74.3% | 50,864 | 82,272 | 119,035 |
| 2016 | 56,211 | 74.2% | 48,510 | 79,550 | 118,406 |
| 2015 | 52,269 | 73.2% | 58,689 | 90,564 | 129,171 |
| 2014 | 45,953 | 72.3% | 61,849 | 94,735 | 134,718 |
| 2013 | 38,948 | 71.9% | 65,224 | 98,547 | 138,809 |
| 2012 | 37,274 | 68.2% | 68,102 | 103,638 | 146,280 |
| 2011 | 37,325 | 68.2% | 74,424 | 112,568 | 153,541 |
| 2010 | 23,095 | 67.4% | 73,996 | 112,442 | 154,846 |
| 2009 | 32,166 | 68.5% | 70,174 | 111,926 | 155,136 |
| 2008 | 72,938 | 68.0% | 77,762 | 110,960 | 149,699 |
| 2007 | 59,227 | 68.1% | 76,076 | 111,478 | 151,514 |
| 2006 | 69,735 | 67.0% | 77,982 | 112,783 | 151,928 |
| 2005 | 68,707 | 66.5% | 76,347 | 109,882 | 148,003 |
| 2004 | 69,409 | 66.6% | 73,718 | 108,093 | 145,351 |
| 2003 | 66,818 | 66.2% | 68,389 | 99,946 | 136,462 |
How Long Does a Vauxhall Movano Last?
Based on 89,639 Vauxhall Movano vehicles on UK roads.
Vauxhall Movano Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Movano 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 Movano
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.4% MOT pass rate from 15,716 tests
62.0% MOT pass rate from 30,971 tests
The best year to buy a used Vauxhall Movano is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.4% across 15,716 tests. The 1999 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Vauxhall Movano Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall Movano THIS CAR | 68.5% | 1,043,634 | 100,625 mi | 27 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 Prius | 81.8% | 1,959,742 | 94,619 mi | 22 yrs |
Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Movano trails behind on MOT reliability.
Found a Vauxhall Movano you like?
Run a full vehicle history check on the specific car. See finance, stolen, write-off, mileage and MOT data for that exact vehicle.
Check a specific Vauxhall MovanoShould you buy a used Vauxhall Movano?
The Vauxhall Movano has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.5% across 1,043,634 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Vauxhall Movano are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (50,018 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (24,610), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (19,839). 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 Movano owner drives around 7,309 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 Movano models stay on UK roads for around 27 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.