2022 Vauxhall Astra — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2022 Vauxhall Astra passed 92.3% of its 3,177 recorded MOT tests. That is effectively the same as small family cars of a similar age (8.0% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: tyres, recorded in 4.9% of tests against 1.8% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are brake pads, washers and headlamp aim — brake pads alone was recorded 48 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2022 Astra fails 5.6% of the time in the 0-30k band and 9.2% at 60-90k, a spread of only 3.7 points.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 21.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.9% | 156 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.8% | 56 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.6% | 52 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 49 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 12 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 9 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 48 |
| 2 | Washers | 47 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 43 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 31 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 12 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 10 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 21.1% | 672 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.7% | 277 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.3% | 170 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.7% | 53 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 1.0% | 33 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.9% | 28 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 2,247 | 5.6% |
| 30-60k | 794 | 13.6% |
| 60-90k | 119 | 9.2% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 2,519 | 7.2% |
| Hybrid | 392 | 8.9% |
| Diesel | 266 | 10.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 67 | 6.0% |
| 2025 | 3,107 | 7.7% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Astra
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 4.9% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (4.9% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (1.8% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Brakes (1.6% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Vauxhall Astras pass their MOT?
92.3% of the 3,177 2022 Vauxhall Astra MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Vauxhall Astra?
Tyres, recorded in 4.9% of tests, followed by visibility (1.8%).
Does the 2022 Astra get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.6% in the 0-30k band to 9.2% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,177 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.