Vauxhall Ampera MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Vauxhall Ampera. Check any Ampera by registration number below.

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77.2%

Avg Pass Rate

-4.8%

vs Vauxhall Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Vauxhall Ampera — MOT Reliability Overview

The Vauxhall Ampera has an average MOT pass rate of 77.2%, which is 4.8 percentage points below the Vauxhall brand average of 82.0%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Ampera on the road.

The most common reasons a Vauxhall Ampera fails its MOT are engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a tyre cords visible or damaged. If you are preparing your Ampera for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Vauxhall Ampera, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Vauxhall Ampera performs at MOT across different model years.

2015

Based on 242 vehicles

78.9%Good

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Dangerous Defects

5.3%

Retest Rate

26.3%

Mileage at 10yr

158k mi

2014

Based on 1,141 vehicles

73.8%Average

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Dangerous Defects

5.5%

Retest Rate

25.1%

Mileage at 10yr

135k mi

2013

Based on 602 vehicles

81.2%Good

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

12.5%

Mileage at 10yr

149k mi

2012

Based on 1,023 vehicles

72.8%Average

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Dangerous Defects

4.6%

Retest Rate

24.6%

Mileage at 10yr

154k mi

0

Based on 1,462 vehicles

79.2%Good

Vauxhall average: 82.0%

Mileage at 5yr

90k mi

Top MOT Failures — Vauxhall Ampera

The most common reasons a Vauxhall Ampera fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction

3.0%

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

2.8%

A tyre cords visible or damaged

2.3%

A tyre seriously damaged

2.0%

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

1.8%

Vauxhall Ampera Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

5.0%

Front Nearside

4.1%

Nearside

3.3%

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Useful MOT Guides

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See detailed fault analysis for Vauxhall Ampera

Vauxhall Ampera — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Vauxhall Ampera MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Vauxhall Ampera?

The average MOT pass rate for the Vauxhall Ampera is 77.2% compared to the Vauxhall average of 82.0%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Vauxhall Ampera?

The most common MOT failures on the Vauxhall Ampera are: Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction (3.0%), A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.8%), A tyre cords visible or damaged (2.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Vauxhall Ampera reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 77.2%, the Vauxhall Ampera is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Vauxhall Ampera?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Vauxhall Ampera?

Typical mileage for the Vauxhall Ampera: 157,735 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Ampera to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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