Vauxhall Vivaro (2013)
2013 Vauxhall Vivaro
CarHunch analysed 18,255 real MOT records for the 2013 Vauxhall Vivaro. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2013 Vauxhall Vivaro passes its MOT first time in only 71.5% of cases, well below the UK average of 80%, and more than half of these vans (54.2%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a serious red flag for any buyer. This is a working van that's been driven hard: the median mileage of 96,746 miles is typical for a 2013 van, but it averages nearly 4 failures per test, suggesting structural or mechanical wear is common in the fleet.
With 20 advisories per vehicle on average, these Vivaros need close attention to brakes, suspension, and bodywork as they age. If you're considering one, get a thorough pre-purchase inspection focused on the chassis, brake system, and any evidence of corrosion or accident damage—don't rely on it passing its next MOT without significant work.
What to check before buying a 2013 Vauxhall Vivaro
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.
- ⚠️ 54.3% 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%) | 18,251 | 71.5% | 3.93 |
| Petrol (0%) | 3 | 86.9% | 1.33 |
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (0%) | 1 | 90% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Vauxhall Vivaro 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 2013 Vauxhall Vivaro vehicles fall between 71,443 and 124,455 miles.
2013 Vauxhall Vivaro — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 13,954 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 81% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2013 Vauxhall Vivaro
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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48.8%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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48.1%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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38.7%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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35.8%
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
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31.5%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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29.5%
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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28.1%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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26.9%
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013. Counts include advisories and failures.
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