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Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s reliable? We analysed 11,958 real MOT tests across 3,370 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 11,958 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
79.8%
Typical Mileage
54,978mi
Annual Mileage
11,169mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s.

Specifications

Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1499cc
Engine
120bhp
Power
125g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1499cc
Power
120 BHP
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
125 g/km Band D
Emission class
EURO 6 AN
Road tax (12 mo.)
£260
Road tax (6 mo.)
£143
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

80%
2021
79.5%
2020
77.1%
2019

Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 254
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 229

Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
7,014 mi/yr
Typical
11,169 mi/yr
Average
12,873 mi/yr
Heavy usage
16,880 mi/yr

Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 4,221 80.0% 33,893 50,534 69,571
2020 5,122 79.5% 37,366 56,763 80,487
2019 1,976 77.1% 40,822 60,449 83,847

How Long Does a Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s Last?

Based on 3,370 Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.2 years
Median
4.0 years

Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
54,978 mi
75th Percentile
77,166 mi
95th Percentile
116,145 mi
Max Recorded
406,440 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s

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

Best year
2021

80.0% MOT pass rate from 4,221 tests

Year to avoid
2019

77.1% MOT pass rate from 1,976 tests

The best year to buy a used Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.0% across 4,221 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s THIS CAR 79.8% 11,958 54,978 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
Rolls Royce Shadow 80.6% 5,766 64,519 mi 59 yrs

Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s?

The Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.8% across 11,958 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 2700 Sportive S/s 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 2700 Sportive S/s owner drives around 11,169 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 2700 Sportive S/s — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s reliable?
Based on 11,958 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s has a 79.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s does around 11,169 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s?
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 2700 Sportive S/s?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Vauxhall Vivaro 2700 Sportive S/s is 2021 with a 80.0% pass rate across 4,221 tests.