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

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82.2%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.2%

vs Vauxhall Avg

7

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Vauxhall Cascada — MOT Reliability Overview

The Vauxhall Cascada has an average MOT pass rate of 82.2%, which is 0.2 percentage points above the Vauxhall brand average of 82.0%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Cascada is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Vauxhall Cascada fails its MOT are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. If you are preparing your Cascada 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 Cascada, 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 Cascada performs at MOT across different model years.

2018

Based on 136 vehicles

86.8%Excellent
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

14.8%

Mileage at 5yr

45k mi

2017

Based on 543 vehicles

83.8%Good
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

17.3%

Mileage at 5yr

47k mi

2016

Based on 1,420 vehicles

83.5%Good
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

16.6%

2015

Based on 1,567 vehicles

82.2%Good
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

4.4%

Retest Rate

18.0%

Mileage at 10yr

103k mi

2014

Based on 1,869 vehicles

77.8%Good
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

6.3%

Retest Rate

21.1%

Mileage at 10yr

107k mi

2013

Based on 2,103 vehicles

79.6%Good
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Dangerous Defects

4.6%

Retest Rate

18.7%

Mileage at 10yr

110k mi

0

Based on 3,448 vehicles

81.7%Good
Vauxhall average: 82.0%
Mileage at 5yr

56k mi

Top MOT Failures — Vauxhall Cascada

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

1

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

3.6%
2

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

2.1%
3

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

1.9%
4

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.4%
5

A tyre seriously damaged

1.1%
Vauxhall Cascada Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

4.4%

Front Nearside

2.2%

Rear Offside

1.5%

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94.7% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

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See detailed fault analysis for Vauxhall Cascada

Vauxhall Cascada — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Vauxhall Cascada MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Vauxhall Cascada?
The average MOT pass rate for the Vauxhall Cascada is 82.2% 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 Cascada?
The most common MOT failures on the Vauxhall Cascada are: A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (3.6%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (2.1%), a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (1.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Vauxhall Cascada reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 82.2%, the Vauxhall Cascada 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 Cascada?
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 Cascada?
Typical mileage for the Vauxhall Cascada: 44,788 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Cascada to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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