Vauxhall Astra (2014)
2014 Vauxhall Astra
CarHunch analysed 57,122 real MOT records for the 2014 Vauxhall Astra. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2014 Vauxhall Astra matches the UK average first-time pass rate at 80%, so reliability is par for the course—but nearly half of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a genuine concern for a used buyer. Petrol models edge ahead at 80.6% pass rate versus diesel at 79.3%, a modest but consistent advantage.
These Astras are running at a median 51,740 miles, typical for a ten-year-old car, yet they're averaging 2.34 failures and 12.4 advisories per test, suggesting wear is catching up. Check the full MOT history for patterns in the same defect areas—if brakes, suspension, or emissions failures repeat, walk away; if problems are scattered, it's normal age-related decay.
What to check before buying a 2014 Vauxhall Astra
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 45% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (58%) | 33,203 | 80.6% | 2.32 |
| Diesel (42%) | 23,912 | 79.3% | 2.37 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (0%) | 4 | 79.5% | 2.75 |
| Other (0%) | 2 | 75% | 0.5 |
| Electric Diesel (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Vauxhall Astra vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2014 Vauxhall Astra vehicles fall between 39,074 and 65,185 miles.
2014 Vauxhall Astra — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 48,435 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 88% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2014 Vauxhall Astra
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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62.5%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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58.9%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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41.8%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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34.4%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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34%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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29.3%
Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken
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28.4%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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25.3%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014. Counts include advisories and failures.
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