73.0% of Vauxhall Amperas passed the 2024 MOT (based on 1,175 first tests): 70.1% at the first attempt and 2.9% after a fix at the test centre (PRS). About 3 in 10 failed the first attempt. For its age, it is statistically indistinguishable from normal: MOT Risk Index 92.6 (95% CI 84.7–100.9; 100 = normal).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 73.0 | % | incl. 2.9% fixed at the test centre | 2024 | 1175 |
| Passed at the first attempt | 70.1 | % | all first tests | 2024 | 1175 |
| MOT Risk Index (95% CI 84.7–100.9) | 92.6 | index | 100 = normal for its age · rank 376 (tied) of 761 (1 = fails least for its age) | 2024 | 1175 |
| Biggest excess: Body, chassis, structure | 11.0 | per 100 | 3.0 same-age | 2019–2024 | 7294 |
| Dangerous defects | 9.1 | per 100 | 11.2 UK, not age-adjusted | 2019–2024 | 7294 |
| Advisory items | 100.3 | per 100 | 127.1 UK, not age-adjusted | 2019–2024 | 7294 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | 376 | of 761 | published models, 1 = fails least for its age | 2024 | 1175 |
| Best rank within its 95% interval | 304 | rank | other models held where they are | 2024 | 1175 |
| Worst rank within its 95% interval | 468 | rank | other models held where they are | 2024 | 1175 |
Data release dvsa-2024-v2 (24 Sep 2026) · full dataset (v5). This model's index is unchanged in the 24 September 2026 release.
Vauxhall Ampera MOTs fail most often on ‘lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment’: 13.1 per 100 tests, against 12.0 for UK cars of the same age (2019–2024, n = 7,294).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 13.1 | per 100 | 12.0 | 2019–2024 | 953 |
| Body, chassis, structure | 11 | per 100 | 3.0 | 2019–2024 | 799 |
| Tyres | 10 | per 100 | 8.9 | 2019–2024 | 728 |
| Brakes | 8.5 | per 100 | 8.7 | 2019–2024 | 623 |
| Visibility | 5.2 | per 100 | 6.7 | 2019–2024 | 376 |
| Suspension | 4.2 | per 100 | 11.3 | 2019–2024 | 309 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 7,294 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
The biggest excess for the Vauxhall Ampera is tyres at age 6: 8.0 failures per 100 tests, against 5.5 for same-age cars of comparable models (2019–2024, n = 826).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres, age 6 | 8.0 | per 100 | 5.5 | 2019–2024 | 826 |
| Brakes, age 6 | 4.2 | per 100 | 3.8 | 2019–2024 | 826 |
| Suspension, age 6 | 2.8 | per 100 | 3.7 | 2019–2024 | 826 |
| Tyres, age 7 | 6.4 | per 100 | 6.0 | 2019–2024 | 1235 |
| Brakes, age 7 | 6.0 | per 100 | 4.5 | 2019–2024 | 1235 |
| Suspension, age 7 | 2.1 | per 100 | 5.7 | 2019–2024 | 1235 |
| Tyres, age 8 | 5.8 | per 100 | 6.3 | 2019–2024 | 1213 |
| Brakes, age 8 | 5.4 | per 100 | 5.4 | 2019–2024 | 1213 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension, age 8 | 2.3 | per 100 | 7.8 | 2019–2024 | 1213 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Vauxhall Ampera advisories turn into fails less often than on the median model; the one to watch is tyres: advisories on it became a fail at the next MOT 10.2% of the time.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 10.2 | % next fail | median model | 2019–2024 | 1453 |
| Brakes | 9.1 | % next fail | median model | 2019–2024 | 1362 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Vauxhall Ampera MOTs flag tyres most: 43.2 advisories per 100 tests, against 39.7 across UK tests (2019–2024, n = 7,294).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 43.2 | per 100 | 39.7 | 2019–2024 | 3152 |
| Brakes | 37.6 | per 100 | 34.7 | 2019–2024 | 2744 |
| Non-component advisories | 7.2 | per 100 | 7.8 | 2019–2024 | 524 |
| Suspension | 6.8 | per 100 | 26.2 | 2019–2024 | 499 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.9 | per 100 | 2.5 | 2019–2024 | 136 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 1.5 | per 100 | 5.2 | 2019–2024 | 110 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 7,294 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
For Vauxhall Amperas aged 6 to 8 whose last MOT was a pass, the item most likely to fail at the next MOT is ‘lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment’: 8.6% failed on it (2019–2024, n = 1,593).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 7.1 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 604 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 6.0 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 604 | |
| Body, chassis, structure, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 4.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 604 | |
| Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 2.8 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 604 | |
| Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 2.1 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 604 | |
| Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 2.1 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 604 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 1.7 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 604 | |
| Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 287 cars) | 7.7 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 287 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 287 cars) | 7.3 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 287 | |
| Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 287 cars) | 5.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 287 | |
| Body, chassis, structure, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 287 cars) | 5.6 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 287 | |
| Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 287 cars) | 4.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 287 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 287 cars) | 3.8 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 287 | |
| Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 287 cars) | 2.4 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 287 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 253 cars) | 7.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 253 | |
| Body, chassis, structure, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 253 cars) | 7.1 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 253 | |
| Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 253 cars) | 6.3 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 253 | |
| Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 253 cars) | 5.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 253 | |
| Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 253 cars) | 3.2 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 253 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 253 cars) | 2.4 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 253 | |
| Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 253 cars) | 2.0 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 253 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass | 8.6 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1593 | |
| Body, chassis, structure, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass | 7.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1593 | |
| Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass | 5.7 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1593 | |
| Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass | 4.0 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1593 | |
| Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass | 3.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1593 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass | 2.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1593 | |
| Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass | 2.6 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1593 | |
| Body, chassis, structure, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory | 11.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1013 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory | 9.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1013 | |
| Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory | 7.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1013 | |
| Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory | 6.8 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1013 | |
| Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory | 5.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1013 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory | 3.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1013 | |
| Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory | 3.4 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1013 | |
| Steering, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory | 0.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1013 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail | 13.2 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 756 | |
| Body, chassis, structure, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail | 10.7 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 756 | |
| Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail | 7.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 756 | |
| Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail | 6.2 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 756 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail | 5.0 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 756 | |
| Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail | 4.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 756 | |
| Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail | 4.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 756 | |
| Steering, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail | 1.1 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 756 | |
| Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass | 11.7 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 580 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass | 9.7 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 580 | |
| Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass | 5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 580 | |
| Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass | 4.8 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 580 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass | 4.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 580 | |
| Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass | 3.8 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 580 | |
| Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass | 3.8 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 580 | |
| Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory | 17.4 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 512 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory | 17.0 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 512 | |
| Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory | 8.6 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 512 | |
| Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory | 8.6 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 512 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory | 8.0 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 512 | |
| Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory | 7.6 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 512 | |
| Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory | 5.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 512 | |
| Steering, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory | 1.2 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 512 | |
| Identification of the vehicle, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory | 1.0 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 512 | |
| Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 451 cars) | 15.3 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 451 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 451 cars) | 14.6 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 451 | |
| Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 451 cars) | 9.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 451 | |
| Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 451 cars) | 7.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 451 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 451 cars) | 7.3 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 451 | |
| Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 451 cars) | 7.3 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 451 | |
| Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 451 cars) | 4.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 451 | |
| Steering, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 451 cars) | 1.3 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 451 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
The Vauxhall Ampera gets a dangerous defect less often than the UK average: 9.1 per 100 first tests against 11.2 across the UK. In the same tests, 32.6 major and 15.4 minor defects were recorded per 100 tests (one test can record several).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dangerous defects | 9.1 | per 100 | 11.2 | 2019–2024 | 7294 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 7,294 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id; severity not recorded for some 2018–2021 tests · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
First-time MOT failures for the Vauxhall Ampera go from 27.1% at age 9 (rough estimate: 96 tests, 95% interval 19.2–36.7%) to 33.3% at age 12 (rough estimate: 394 tests, 95% interval 28.8–38.0%), against 35.7% for all cars aged 12 (rough estimate: 394 tests, 95% interval 28.8–38.0%) (2024, n = 1,175).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 9 (rough estimate: 96 tests, 95% interval 19.2–36.7%) | 27.1 | % failed first time | 26.5 | 2024 | 96 |
| Age 10 (rough estimate: 460 tests, 95% interval 26.4–34.8%) | 30.4 | % failed first time | 30.1 | 2024 | 460 |
| Age 11 (rough estimate: 222 tests, 95% interval 18.3–29.4%) | 23.4 | % failed first time | 33.2 | 2024 | 222 |
| Age 12 (rough estimate: 394 tests, 95% interval 28.8–38.0%) | 33.3 | % failed first time | 35.7 | 2024 | 394 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
At 2 of 8 ages shown, Vauxhall Amperas fail first time more often than comparable models of the same size class; the biggest difference is at age 11, where they fail less often: 28.9% against 38.7% (2024, n = 624).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 5 | 20.9 | % fail | 17.4 | 2024 | 587 |
| Age 6 | 21.4 | % fail | 20.8 | 2024 | 826 |
| Age 7 | 22.7 | % fail | 24.3 | 2024 | 1235 |
| Age 8 | 23.5 | % fail | 28.1 | 2024 | 1213 |
| Age 9 | 25.7 | % fail | 32.0 | 2024 | 1216 |
| Age 10 | 28.3 | % fail | 35.6 | 2024 | 1086 |
| Age 11 | 28.9 | % fail | 38.7 | 2024 | 624 |
| Age 12 | 33.3 | % fail | 41.3 | 2024 | 394 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Vauxhall Ampera build years range from index 92.8 to 103.7 against the model's own age norm of 100 (2019–2024, n = 1,175).
No Vauxhall Ampera build year stands out once age is allowed for; every year's interval includes normal.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Build year 2012 (rough estimate: 2,037 tests, 95% interval 89.8–106.6) | 98.2 | index vs own age | 100 = normal | 2019–2024 | 2037 |
| Build year 2013 (rough estimate: 1,373 tests, 95% interval 92.9–114.5) | 103.7 | index vs own age | 100 = normal | 2019–2024 | 1373 |
| Build year 2014 (rough estimate: 2,895 tests, 95% interval 93.8–109.0) | 101.4 | index vs own age | 100 = normal | 2019–2024 | 2895 |
| Build year 2015 (rough estimate: 474 tests, 95% interval 74.3–111.2) | 92.8 | index vs own age | 100 = normal | 2019–2024 | 474 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Expected repair cost per Vauxhall Ampera MOT: about £48 (up to about £91 if more expensive parts are needed), from the chance of failing each item and its most common UK repair price (catalogue estimate, n = 1,175).
Computed, not measured.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expected repair bill | 47.6 | GBP estimate | modal price catalogue | price catalogue | 1175 |
| Estimated range lower | 47.6 | GBP estimate | modal price catalogue | price catalogue | 1175 |
| Estimated range upper | 90.5 | GBP estimate | modal price catalogue | price catalogue | 1175 |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Battery replacement (standard 12V lead-acid) | 18.3 | GBP expected contribution | 140 | price catalogue | 1175 |
| Brakes: Front brake pads (parts + labour, typical hatchback) | 12.8 | GBP expected contribution | 150 | price catalogue | 1175 |
| Tyres: Tyre (single mid-range 16" fitted) | 9 | GBP expected contribution | 90 | price catalogue | 1175 |
| Suspension: Suspension coil spring (single corner) | 7.6 | GBP expected contribution | 180 | price catalogue | 1175 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: price catalogue · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Of 8 similar models, 3 fail less often for their age than the Vauxhall Ampera and 5 as often or more. The Vauxhall Ampera has an MOT Risk Index of 92.6, where 100 = normal for its age (2024, n = 1,175).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall Ampera (this model) | 92.6 | index | 100 = normal | 2024 | 1175 |
| Peugeot 1007 | 92.9 | index | 92.6 | 2024 | 1983 |
| Nissan Cube | 92.9 | index | 92.6 | 2024 | 2809 |
| Rover 25 | 91.4 | index | 92.6 | 2024 | 3223 |
| MG ZR | 86.5 | index | 92.6 | 2024 | 1988 |
| Rover 216 | 99.2 | index | 92.6 | 2024 | 720 |
| SEAT Tarraco | 102.3 | index | 92.6 | 2024 | 1663 |
| Renault Arkana | 82.8 | index | 92.6 | 2024 | 1861 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daihatsu Terios | 94.7 | index | 92.6 | 2024 | 4027 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Vauxhall Ampera: Age 9 median (rough estimate) is 79573 miles (2024).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 9 median (rough estimate) | 79573 | miles | 2024 | 96 | |
| Age 9 P25 (rough estimate) | 53648 | miles | 2024 | 96 | |
| Age 9 P75 (rough estimate) | 104704 | miles | 2024 | 96 | |
| Age 10 median (rough estimate) | 83398 | miles | 2024 | 460 | |
| Age 10 P25 (rough estimate) | 63593 | miles | 2024 | 460 | |
| Age 10 P75 (rough estimate) | 106576 | miles | 2024 | 460 | |
| Age 11 median (rough estimate) | 98951 | miles | 2024 | 222 | |
| Age 11 P25 (rough estimate) | 74071 | miles | 2024 | 222 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 11 P75 (rough estimate) | 127896 | miles | 2024 | 222 | |
| Age 12 median (rough estimate) | 103153 | miles | 2024 | 394 | |
| Age 12 P25 (rough estimate) | 79255 | miles | 2024 | 394 | |
| Age 12 P75 (rough estimate) | 128450 | miles | 2024 | 394 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
At ages 10–14, 16.4% of Vauxhall Amperas with under 40,000 miles failed first time, against 35.3% of those with over 140,000 miles (2024, n = 191). No clear mileage gap inside this age group, among cars still being tested.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 10–14, <40k miles (rough estimate: 55 tests, 95% interval 8.9–28.3%) | 16.4 | % failed first time | 2024 | 55 | |
| Age 10–14, 40-70k miles (rough estimate: 214 tests, 95% interval 18.2–29.5%) | 23.4 | % failed first time | 2024 | 214 | |
| Age 10–14, 70-100k miles (rough estimate: 355 tests, 95% interval 25.1–34.5%) | 29.6 | % failed first time | 2024 | 355 | |
| Age 10–14, 100-140k miles (rough estimate: 315 tests, 95% interval 30.2–40.7%) | 35.2 | % failed first time | 2024 | 315 | |
| Age 10–14, 140k+ miles (rough estimate: 136 tests, 95% interval 27.8–43.6%) | 35.3 | % failed first time | 2024 | 136 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
24.4% of Vauxhall Amperas tested had reached 100,000 miles, and 3.3% had reached 150,000 (2024, n = 1,783).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100,000 miles | 24.4 | % of tested cars | 2024 | 1783 | |
| 150,000 miles (rough estimate: 239 tests, 95% interval 2.9–3.7%) | 3.3 | % of tested cars | 2024 | 239 | |
| 200,000 miles (rough estimate: 14 tests, 95% interval 0.1–0.3%) | 0.2 | % of tested cars | 2024 | 14 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Matched on annual mileage as well as age, the Vauxhall Ampera index is 85.4, against 90.9 on age alone (2019–2024, n = 1,175).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age and mileage adjusted index | 85.4 | index | 90.9 | 2019–2024 | 1175 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Vauxhall Ampera fails first-time MOTs most in Reading (RG): 37.8% against 25.0% across Britain for this model, both 2019–2024 (2024, n = 127).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (RG) (rough estimate: 127 tests, 95% interval 29.8–46.5%) | 37.8 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 127 |
| Gloucester (GL) (rough estimate: 128 tests, 95% interval 25.3–41.3%) | 32.8 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 128 |
| Bournemouth (BH) (rough estimate: 149 tests, 95% interval 25.2–40.1%) | 32.2 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 149 |
| Coventry (CV) (rough estimate: 103 tests, 95% interval 8.3–21.5%) | 13.6 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 103 |
| Luton (LU) (rough estimate: 151 tests, 95% interval 13.7–26.2%) | 19.2 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 151 |
| Swindon (SN) (rough estimate: 137 tests, 95% interval 13.9–27.2%) | 19.7 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 137 |
| Milton Keynes (MK) (rough estimate: 136 tests, 95% interval 22.4–37.5%) | 29.4 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 136 |
| Newcastle (NE) (rough estimate: 137 tests, 95% interval 21.6–36.5%) | 28.5 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 137 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester (M) (rough estimate: 163 tests, 95% interval 21.9–35.6%) | 28.2 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 163 |
| Nottingham (NG) (rough estimate: 117 tests, 95% interval 20.8–37.0%) | 28.2 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 117 |
| Portsmouth (PO) (rough estimate: 103 tests, 95% interval 20.4–37.5%) | 28.2 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 103 |
| Birmingham (B) (rough estimate: 258 tests, 95% interval 22.1–32.9%) | 27.1 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 258 |
| Brighton (BN) (rough estimate: 198 tests, 95% interval 20.6–32.8%) | 26.3 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 198 |
| Norwich (NR) (rough estimate: 131 tests, 95% interval 19.2–34.1%) | 25.9 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 131 |
| Sheffield (S) (rough estimate: 252 tests, 95% interval 20.8–31.5%) | 25.8 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 252 |
| Telford (TF) (rough estimate: 144 tests, 95% interval 18.6–32.7%) | 25 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 144 |
| Peterborough (PE) (rough estimate: 124 tests, 95% interval 16.8–31.6%) | 23.4 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 124 |
| London SW (SW) (rough estimate: 122 tests, 95% interval 16.4–31.2%) | 22.9 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 122 |
| Bristol (BS) (rough estimate: 108 tests, 95% interval 15.4–30.9%) | 22.2 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 108 |
| London E (E) (rough estimate: 109 tests, 95% interval 15.3–30.7%) | 22.0 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 109 |
| Leicester (LE) (rough estimate: 173 tests, 95% interval 15.9–28.1%) | 21.4 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 173 |
| Northampton (NN) (rough estimate: 132 tests, 95% interval 15.1–28.9%) | 21.2 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 132 |
| Oxford (OX) (rough estimate: 319 tests, 95% interval 15.8–24.5%) | 19.8 | % fail first time | 29.9 | 2024 | 319 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
An estimated 99.9% of Vauxhall Amperas tested are likely ULEZ-compliant, judged from fuel type and first-use date; check a specific car with TfL's vehicle checker (2024).
Computed, not measured.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Likely compliant | 99.9 | % estimate | 2024 | 1175 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Of failed Vauxhall Ampera MOTs, 37.1% were retested the same day and a further 58.0% within 10 days; the median failed car passed its retest after 1 day (2019–2024, n = 1,368).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Same-day retest | 37.1 | % | failed initial tests | 2019–2024 | 1368 |
| Retest within 10 days | 58.0 | % | failed initial tests | 2019–2024 | 1368 |
| Clean MOT streak | 42.1 | % | observed chains | 2019–2024 | 1225 |
| Repeat advisory | 34.5 | % | observed chains | 2019–2024 | 1225 |
| Decreasing odometer | 1.4 | % mileage anomaly | observed chains | 2019–2024 | 1239 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Vauxhall Amperas aged 5 to 12 doing under 5,000 miles a year failed first time in 15.2% of tests, against 26.1% for those doing 8,000 to 12,000 miles (2019–2024, n = 777).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low-use first-time failure | 15.2 | % | 26.1 | 2019–2024 | 777 |
| Low-use gap | -11.0 | percentage points | 8–12k miles | 2019–2024 | 777 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Vauxhall Amperas aged 10 are forecast to keep taking MOTs for at least 1.4 more years; the survival curve is observed only until age 11, so the true figure is likely higher.
Computed, not measured.
Forecast, not a prediction for a particular car.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 5 (at least; observed only until age 11) | 7.6 | years forecast | survival forecast | 0 | |
| Age 8 (at least; observed only until age 11) | 3.4 | years forecast | survival forecast | 0 | |
| Age 10 (at least; observed only until age 11) | 1.4 | years forecast | survival forecast | 0 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: survival forecast · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
In 2024, for every 100 Vauxhall Amperas tested at ages 4 to 6, about 88 were tested at age 11 (2024, n = 624).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 4 (rough estimate: 105 tests, 95% interval 18.3–34.8%) | 14.9 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 105 | |
| Age 5 | 83.1 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 587 | |
| Age 6 (at least as many as at ages 4–6) | 100 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 826 | |
| Age 7 (at least as many as at ages 4–6) | 100 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 1235 | |
| Age 8 (at least as many as at ages 4–6) | 100 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 1213 | |
| Age 9 (at least as many as at ages 4–6) | 100 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 1216 | |
| Age 10 (at least as many as at ages 4–6) | 100 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 1086 | |
| Age 11 | 88.3 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 624 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 12 | 55.8 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 394 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
27% of Vauxhall Amperas that failed an MOT failed the next one too, against 24.1% after a pass (2019–2024, n = 392). The failure most likely to come back is ‘body, chassis, structure’: 29.3% of those fails recurred at the next MOT.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Repeat after fail | 27 | % | 24.1 | 2019–2024 | 392 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
On Vauxhall Amperas, ‘noise, emissions and leaks’ and suspension failures turn up together 3.6 times as often as chance would predict (2024, n = 37).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noise, emissions and leaks + Suspension (rough estimate: 37 tests, 95% interval 2.6–5.0) | 3.6 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 37 |
| Brakes + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 49 tests, 95% interval 2.4–4.3) | 3.3 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 49 |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Suspension (rough estimate: 73 tests, 95% interval 2.2–3.6) | 2.9 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 73 |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 71 tests, 95% interval 2.0–3.3) | 2.6 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 71 |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Tyres (rough estimate: 127 tests, 95% interval 2.1–3.0) | 2.5 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 127 |
| Brakes + Suspension (rough estimate: 35 tests, 95% interval 1.8–3.5) | 2.5 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 35 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks + Tyres (rough estimate: 50 tests, 95% interval 1.8–3.3) | 2.5 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 50 |
| Brakes + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (rough estimate: 91 tests, 95% interval 2.0–3.0) | 2.4 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 91 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noise, emissions and leaks + Visibility (rough estimate: 29 tests, 95% interval 1.6–3.4) | 2.3 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 29 |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Visibility (rough estimate: 72 tests, 95% interval 1.8–2.9) | 2.3 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 72 |
| Brakes + Tyres (rough estimate: 63 tests, 95% interval 1.8–2.9) | 2.3 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 63 |
| Body, chassis, structure + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 57 tests, 95% interval 1.6–2.8) | 2.2 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 57 |
| Body, chassis, structure + Suspension (rough estimate: 52 tests, 95% interval 1.6–2.8) | 2.1 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 52 |
| Body, chassis, structure + Tyres (rough estimate: 101 tests, 95% interval 1.7–2.5) | 2.1 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 101 |
| Tyres + Visibility (rough estimate: 47 tests, 95% interval 1.5–2.7) | 2.0 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 47 |
| Brakes + Visibility (rough estimate: 34 tests, 95% interval 1.4–2.8) | 2 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 34 |
| Suspension + Tyres (rough estimate: 37 tests, 95% interval 1.4–2.7) | 2.0 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 37 |
| Body, chassis, structure + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (rough estimate: 127 tests, 95% interval 1.6–2.3) | 1.9 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 127 |
| Body, chassis, structure + Visibility (rough estimate: 57 tests, 95% interval 1.4–2.5) | 1.9 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 57 |
| Body, chassis, structure + Brakes (rough estimate: 62 tests, 95% interval 1.3–2.2) | 1.7 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 62 |
| Suspension + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 19 | tests with both | 2024 | 19 | |
| Identification of the vehicle + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 12 | tests with both | 2024 | 12 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Steering (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 9 | tests with both | 2024 | 9 | |
| Body, chassis, structure + Identification of the vehicle (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 8 | tests with both | 2024 | 8 | |
| Identification of the vehicle + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 7 | tests with both | 2024 | 7 | |
| Body, chassis, structure + Steering (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 7 | tests with both | 2024 | 7 | |
| Identification of the vehicle + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 5 | tests with both | 2024 | 5 | |
| Noise, emissions and leaks + Steering (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 5 | tests with both | 2024 | 5 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Of every 100 Vauxhall Amperas tested at age 10, about 30 failed the MOT first time (rough estimate). These are one-year rates for different cars tested in the same year, not a fleet followed over time (2024).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 10 (rough estimate: 460 tests, 95% interval 26.4–34.8%) | 30.4 | % fail first time | 2024 | 460 | |
| Age 11 (rough estimate: 222 tests, 95% interval 18.3–29.4%) | 23.4 | % fail first time | 2024 | 222 | |
| Age 12 (rough estimate: 394 tests, 95% interval 28.8–38.0%) | 33.3 | % fail first time | 2024 | 394 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
In the Netherlands, where it is sold as the Opel Ampera, 51.0% of Opel Amperas failed their periodic roadworthiness inspection, against 50.8% for all cars there (2024 by country, n = 1,353 inspections).
Both readings are shown: this comparison changes when usage or inspection rules differ.
Inspections abroad disagree: Finland point the same way as Britain, the Netherlands do not. Test rules, climate and how the vehicles are used differ, so both readings are shown.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finland (as the Opel Ampera) | 26.2 | % failed | 26.3 | 2024 by country | 793 |
| Netherlands (as the Opel Ampera) | 51 | % failed | 50.8 | 2024 by country | 1353 |
Source: Statens vegvesen PKK (CC BY 4.0), Traficom Katsastus (CC BY 4.0), RDW APK (CC0), adapted; covers 430 of 761 models · Window: 2024 by country · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV · licences and full notice
Vauxhall Amperas fail first time most in November (28.4%, against 30.6% for all cars that month) and least in August (21.1%) (2024, n = 1,175).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.5 | % fail first time | 31.1 | 2024 | 649 |
| February | 26.4 | % fail first time | 30.0 | 2024 | 519 |
| March | 21.7 | % fail first time | 28.3 | 2024 | 617 |
| April | 27.4 | % fail first time | 29.8 | 2024 | 401 |
| May | 21.8 | % fail first time | 28.8 | 2024 | 477 |
| June | 22.6 | % fail first time | 28.1 | 2024 | 580 |
| July | 27.5 | % fail first time | 29.3 | 2024 | 604 |
| August | 21.1 | % fail first time | 29.2 | 2024 | 645 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 26.7 | % fail first time | 28.2 | 2024 | 754 |
| October | 24.6 | % fail first time | 30.3 | 2024 | 808 |
| November | 28.4 | % fail first time | 30.6 | 2024 | 719 |
| December | 24.9 | % fail first time | 29.3 | 2024 | 521 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
not computed for this model: no qualifying records. 1,175 initial Vauxhall Ampera tests are in the published model cohort.
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
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not computed for this model: no qualifying records. 1,175 initial Vauxhall Ampera tests are in the published model cohort.
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
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not computed for this model: no qualifying records. 1,175 initial Vauxhall Ampera tests are in the published model cohort.
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 + geographic layers · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
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not computed for this model: no qualifying records. 1,175 initial Vauxhall Ampera tests are in the published model cohort.
Source: DVSA register; recall effect covers 11 of 761 models · Window: DVSA register · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
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layer not yet computed for this model (covers 211 of 761 models). 1,175 initial Vauxhall Ampera tests are in the published model cohort.
Source: NHTSA, US market; covers 211 of 761 models · Window: NHTSA · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
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layer not yet computed for this model (covers 211 of 761 models). 1,175 initial Vauxhall Ampera tests are in the published model cohort.
Source: NHTSA, US market; covers 211 of 761 models · Window: NHTSA + 2024 · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
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layer not yet computed for this model (covers 19 of 761 models). 1,175 initial Vauxhall Ampera tests are in the published model cohort.
Source: European Commission OBFCM; covers 19 of 761 models · Window: 2021+ cohorts · n = 1,175 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
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MOT Risk Index (2026). Vauxhall Ampera MOT statistics 2024 (data release dvsa-2024-v2; full dataset motriskindex-families-2024-v5, DOI 10.5281/zenodo.22975051), updated 24 September 2026. motriskindex.co.uk/cars/vauxhall-ampera/
How the MOT Risk Index and every figure on this page are calculated: methodology.
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70.1% of first attempts passed in 2024 (1,175 tests). Retests after repair are excluded; cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) are shown separately.
Other sites may count retests or all attempts. This page uses 1,175 primary tests: 29.87% failed first time and 73.0% passed when cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) count as passes. The age-adjusted MOT Risk Index 92.6 is shown separately.