Vauxhall Astra: tyres MOT failures
Tyres was a recorded failure area in 6.3% of Vauxhall Astra MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2005, 2006 cars.
Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair cost: £50–£120 per tyre (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Tyres failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 74,445 | 5.7% |
| 2005 | 137,997 | 6.3% |
| 2006 | 198,646 | 6.6% |
| 2017 | 263,114 | 5.8% |
| 2018 | 169,005 | 5.2% |
| 2019 | 95,043 | 4.5% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.