Vauxhall ASTRA
2008-2012
The Vauxhall Astra (2008-2012) has a concerning 24.5% overall MOT failure rate, indicating significant reliability issues.
The Vauxhall Astra (2008-2012) presents a notable risk for potential buyers, particularly due to its high overall MOT failure rate of 24.5%, based on 14,820 real MOT tests from DVSA data. This statistic suggests that a significant portion of these vehicles may face serious reliability issues, which could lead to costly repairs and maintenance.
Among the top defect categories, tyres are a recurring issue, with failure rates reported at 91.14%, 86.38%, 71.88%, 70.43%, and 68.47% across various tests. While tyre issues are common in many vehicles, the frequency of these failures in the Astra raises concerns about the overall build quality and maintenance of the vehicle.
Furthermore, the failure rate by mileage indicates a troubling trend: vehicles with mileage over 120,000 show a failure rate of 31.3%, while those between 80,000 and 120,000 have a 27.1% failure rate. This suggests that as the Astra ages, the likelihood of encountering significant defects increases, particularly in older models.
In conclusion, the combination of a high overall failure rate and concerning trends in defect categories and mileage-related failures makes the Vauxhall Astra (2008-2012) a model that should be approached with caution. Potential buyers may want to consider other options to avoid the pitfalls associated with this vehicle's reliability.
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MOT National Comparison
Top Defect Categories
Vauxhall ASTRA has a 22.67% MOT failure rate, 9% worse than the national average of 20.89%. It ranks in the worst 10% of all models tested. Based on 125,470 MOT tests analyzed.
MOT defect breakdown
| Defect Category | % of Tests | vs National | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|---|
| tyres | 91.14% | — | 3,214 |
| tyres | 86.38% | — | 5,451 |
| tyres | 71.88% | — | 5,277 |
| tyres | 70.43% | — | 5,165 |
| tyres | 68.47% | — | 5,956 |
| brakes | 67.05% | — | 2,421 |
| brakes | 65.64% | — | 4,044 |
| brakes | 58.68% | — | 4,320 |
Failure rate by mileage
Common problems
| Problem | Severity | Typical Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres issues | High | £50-£300 |
| Tyres issues | High | £50-£300 |
| Tyres issues | High | £50-£300 |
Data Source
DVSA MOT bulk data, 14820 tests analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Stats
- Risk Level
- Low
- MOT Fail Rate
- 22.67%
- National Ranking
- Worst 10%
- Tests Analysed
- 125,470
- Year Range
- 2008-2012
- Typical Repair Cost
- £150 to £900
- Affected Areas
- Tyres Tyres Tyres Tyres Tyres