‹ Vauxhall Astra2012 Vauxhall Astra: MOT pass rate and common faults
46,090 first MOTs in 2025 · DVSA data · For guidance only · How we count
64.4%passed first time
Share of first MOT tests passed with no repairs. Repairs made at the test centre count as a fail.
- 2012 Vauxhall Astra64.4%
- All 2012 cars63.5%
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Its own MOT history, free.
Most common failure areas
Share of the 16,420 failed first MOTs with a fault in each area. A test can count in more than one area, so these add up to more than 100%.
- Lights and electrics36.6%
- Suspension30.6%
- Brakes25.2%
- Tyres20.6%
- Noise, emissions, leaks16.4%
- Windscreen, wipers, mirrors15.6%
- Body, chassis, structure15.6%
- Seat belts and airbags2.0%
- Number plates and VIN1.2%
- Wheels1.1%
- Steering1.0%
Typical mileage at test98,100
Median odometer reading at the 2025 MOT, in miles.
What MOT data can't tell you about any 2012 Vauxhall Astra
Outstanding finance, write-offs, theft and plate changes aren't in MOT records. For a particular car, you need a history check.