Vauxhall Agila MOT Failure Rate — 3-5 Years Old

12.9%
MOT failure rate for 3-5-year-old Vauxhall Agila vehicles
Based on 116 MOT tests
15.1pp below the UK average (28%)

Vauxhall Agila shows good reliability at this age, with a 12.9% failure rate — below the national average.

Component Risk Breakdown (3-5 Years)

Which parts of a 3-5-year-old Vauxhall Agila are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 5.0%
Visibility 4.1%
Brakes 3.4%
Tyres 2.7%
Suspension 0.7%
Body & Chassis 0.2%
Steering 0.2%

How Does This Compare?

Vauxhall Agila MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
3-5 years 12.9% 116 Lamps & Electrics
6-10 years 25.1% 48,376 Suspension
11-15 years 39.5% 77,512 Suspension
15+ years 41.3% 34,776 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 3-5 year old Vauxhall Agila reliable?

Yes. Based on 116 MOT tests, 3-5-year-old Vauxhall Agila vehicles have a 12.9% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 3-5 year old Vauxhall Agila?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 5.0% failure risk
  • Visibility — 4.1% failure risk
  • Brakes — 3.4% failure risk

How can I prepare my Vauxhall Agila for its MOT?

For a 3-5-year-old Vauxhall Agila, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other Vauxhall Agila Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 3-5-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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