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Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s reliable? We analysed 33,679 real MOT tests across 7,991 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 33,679 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
79.1%
Typical Mileage
60,638mi
Annual Mileage
11,057mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 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 2900 Sportive S/s.

Specifications

Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 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 2900 Sportive S/s — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1499cc
Engine
100bhp
Power
135g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1499cc
Power
100 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
135 g/km Band E
Emission class
EURO 6 BI
Road tax (12 mo.)
£260
Road tax (6 mo.)
£143
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

77.5%
2021
77.9%
2020
80.1%
2019

Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 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 724
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 436

Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 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
6,725 mi/yr
Typical
11,057 mi/yr
Average
12,678 mi/yr
Heavy usage
16,724 mi/yr

Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 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 2900 Sportive S/s year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 4,972 77.5% 38,840 52,145 68,830
2020 9,716 77.9% 41,794 57,205 75,644
2019 18,268 80.1% 47,688 64,293 83,659

How Long Does a Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s Last?

Based on 7,991 Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.8 years
Median
5.0 years

Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 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
60,638 mi
75th Percentile
79,467 mi
95th Percentile
112,530 mi
Max Recorded
686,362 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s

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

Best year
2019

80.1% MOT pass rate from 18,268 tests

Year to avoid
2021

77.5% MOT pass rate from 4,972 tests

The best year to buy a used Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.1% across 18,268 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.5% — 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 2900 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 2900 Sportive S/s THIS CAR 79.1% 33,679 60,638 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
Honda Nsc 110 Wh-b 82.2% 13,434 14,507 mi 15 yrs

Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s?

The Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.1% across 33,679 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 2900 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 2900 Sportive S/s owner drives around 11,057 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 2900 Sportive S/s — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s reliable?
Based on 33,679 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s has a 79.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s does around 11,057 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 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 2900 Sportive S/s?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s is 2019 with a 80.1% pass rate across 18,268 tests.