Vauxhall Movano (2004)
2004 Vauxhall Movano
CarHunch analysed 4,172 real MOT records for the 2004 Vauxhall Movano. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2004 Movano is a significantly weaker MOT performer than the UK average, with a first-time pass rate of just 68.3% versus the national 80%, and a worrying 47.2% of vehicles have recorded dangerous defects at some point—well above what you'd expect from a van of this age. Buyers should treat this as a red flag for structural or safety issues, not just wear-and-tear repairs.
At just under 112,000 miles on average, these vans aren't exceptionally high-mileage, which makes the failure pattern more concerning—it points to underlying durability problems rather than simply hard use. The average of 5.51 failures per test and 24.8 advisories per test suggests chronic issues with brakes, suspension, and bodywork that compound over time, so budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection covering the underside, brake lines, and structural welds before committing.
What to check before buying a 2004 Vauxhall Movano
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 47.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (100%) | 4,171 | 68.3% | 5.51 |
| Petrol (0%) | 1 | 53.3% | 7 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2004 Vauxhall Movano vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2004 Vauxhall Movano vehicles fall between 82,773 and 135,963 miles.
2004 Vauxhall Movano — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 885 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (31% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2004 Vauxhall Movano
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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131.7%
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements
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58.6%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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53.4%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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50.9%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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41.8%
Oil leak
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41.5%
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A'
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41.4%
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
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40.5%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2004. Counts include advisories and failures.
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