Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Vauxhall Antara?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2009 Vauxhall Antara?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2009 Vauxhall Antara?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2009 Vauxhall Antara vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

53% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2009 Vauxhall Antara reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,374 vehicles, the 2009 Vauxhall Antara has a first-time MOT pass rate of 72.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2009 Vauxhall Antara?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2009 Vauxhall Antara are: Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (94.8% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (77.6% of vehicles), Oil leak, but not excessive (76.8% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2009 Vauxhall Antara?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Vauxhall Antara (2009)

1,374 real MOT outcomes analysed • 72.3% first-time pass rate

2009 Vauxhall Antara

CarHunch analysed 1,374 real MOT records for the 2009 Vauxhall Antara. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2009 Vauxhall Antara passes its MOT first time just 72.3% of the time, well below the UK average of 80%, and this is a real concern — over half of these vehicles (53.3%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, making reliability a genuine buyer worry. The diesel-only powertrain shows no variation in performance, with the same 72.2% pass rate across the board.

At around 69,000 miles for a 15-year-old vehicle, these Antaras are running at typical mileage, but they're accumulating problems: owners face an average of 4.64 failures and 30.6 advisories per test, suggesting this model demands regular attention and budget for repairs. Before buying one, get a full pre-purchase inspection focusing on suspension, braking, and emission systems, where the bulk of these failures cluster.

The 2009 Vauxhall Antara has a below-average first-time pass rate (72.3% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

72.3%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

53.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.64

Over 16 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

69k

Middle half: 57k–81k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 30.6 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,374 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 1,374 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 94.8%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Parking brake lever has little reserve travel · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 76.8%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

Suspension & steering 72.4%

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Tyre wear 54.3%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009.

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Before you buy a 2009 Vauxhall Antara

Based on MOT data from 1,374 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 53.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (99%)	1,366	72.3%	4.65

Colour Breakdown

Based on 26,448 Vauxhall Antara vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 32.1%

8,501

White 30.4%

8,047

Grey 16.7%

4,412

Silver 14.4%

3,807

Blue 3.6%

953

Yellow 1.7%

439

Brown 0.3%

Red 0.3%

Gold 0.2%

Beige 0.2%

Bronze 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Vauxhall Antara vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

68,943

typical

57,042

low mileage

81,358

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Vauxhall Antara vehicles fall between 57,042 and 81,358 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 57,042 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 57,042–81,358 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Vauxhall Antaras sit.

⚠ Over 109,833 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Vauxhall Antara — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 32% of 2009 Vauxhall Antaras are still active.

Numbers are declining — 418 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (32% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.64

Avg failures per vehicle

30.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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