2004 Vauxhall Astra Design Twinport S-a MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Astra Design Twinport S-a models manufactured in 2004, based on 309 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2004 Vauxhall Astra Design Twinport S-a vintage page → (56.7% current pass rate)2004 Vauxhall Astra Design Twinport S-a MOT Analysis
The 2004 Vauxhall Astra Design Twinport S-a has an MOT pass rate of 63.4% based on 309 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 71,007 miles on the odometer. With a 36.6% failure rate, the 2004 Astra Design Twinport S-a is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2004 Vauxhall Astra Design Twinport S-a is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, responsible for 3.6% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Tyres is the second most common issue at 2.6%. Non-component advisories follows at 2.3%.
Top failures specific to 2004 models only. The overall Astra Design Twinport S-a page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 3.6% | 11 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.6% | 8 |
| 3 | Non-component Advisories | 2.3% | 7 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.6% | 5 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.0% | 3 |
| 6 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 1.0% | 3 |
| 7 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.3% | 1 |
| 8 | Steering | 0.3% | 1 |
| 9 | Visibility | 0.3% | 1 |
| 10 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 0.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 71,007 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.50 | 3.6% | 11 |
| Tyres | 0.36 | 2.6% | 8 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.32 | 2.3% | 7 |
| Suspension | 0.23 | 1.6% | 5 |
| Brakes | 0.14 | 1.0% | 3 |
| Body & Structure | 0.14 | 1.0% | 3 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.05 | 0.3% | 1 |
| Steering | 0.05 | 0.3% | 1 |
| Visibility | 0.05 | 0.3% | 1 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.05 | 0.3% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2004 Vauxhall Astra Design Twinport S-a has an MOT pass rate of 63.4% based on 309 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 71,007 miles on the odometer. With a 36.6% failure rate, the 2004 Astra Design Twinport S-a is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2004 Vauxhall Astra Design Twinport S-a, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. At 71,007 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 3.6% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 3.6% of MOT failures on 2004 Vauxhall Astra Design Twinport S-a models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Tyres — 2.6% of failures
Tyres issues account for 2.6% of MOT failures on 2004 Vauxhall Astra Design Twinport S-a models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Non-component advisories — 2.3% of failures
Non-component advisories issues account for 2.3% of MOT failures on 2004 Vauxhall Astra Design Twinport S-a models. Non-component advisories issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.