Vauxhall Antara Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Vauxhall Antara reliable? We analysed 362,535 real MOT tests across 26,838 vehicles to find out.
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The Vauxhall Antara is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include position lamp(s) not working, registration plate lamp not working and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Antara.
Vauxhall Antara Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Antara. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Vauxhall Antara MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Vauxhall Antara to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Vauxhall Antara Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Vauxhall Antara fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Vauxhall Antara Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Vauxhall Antara models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Vauxhall Antara Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Antara owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Vauxhall Antara MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Vauxhall Antara year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 77 | 79.2% | 31,069 | 48,336 | 69,094 |
| 2016 | 8,183 | 75.6% | 34,690 | 50,696 | 70,313 |
| 2015 | 23,227 | 75.2% | 36,398 | 53,712 | 73,669 |
| 2014 | 34,271 | 74.3% | 38,886 | 57,341 | 78,568 |
| 2013 | 105,515 | 73.1% | 40,197 | 60,101 | 82,121 |
| 2012 | 102,206 | 72.8% | 41,383 | 61,996 | 84,142 |
| 2011 | 17,352 | 72.2% | 45,947 | 67,697 | 91,528 |
| 2010 | 5,867 | 71.5% | 46,936 | 69,612 | 93,592 |
| 2009 | 22,244 | 71.0% | 45,302 | 68,820 | 92,790 |
| 2008 | 23,466 | 71.0% | 47,306 | 71,754 | 96,943 |
| 2007 | 18,814 | 70.7% | 47,687 | 71,618 | 96,038 |
How Long Does a Vauxhall Antara Last?
Based on 26,838 Vauxhall Antara vehicles on UK roads.
Vauxhall Antara Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Antara MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Vauxhall Antara
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.2% MOT pass rate from 77 tests
70.7% MOT pass rate from 18,814 tests
The best year to buy a used Vauxhall Antara is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.2% across 77 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Vauxhall Antara Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall Antara THIS CAR | 72.8% | 362,535 | 61,900 mi | 19 yrs |
| Vauxhall Corsa | 69.7% | 26,893,546 | 58,908 mi | 33 yrs |
| Vauxhall Astra | 71.9% | 25,288,868 | 76,280 mi | 34 yrs |
| Vauxhall Zafira | 71.9% | 8,488,627 | 75,062 mi | 27 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz Citan | 73.7% | 181,008 | 79,993 mi | 13 yrs |
Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Antara outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Vauxhall Antara has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.8% across 362,535 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Vauxhall Antara are position lamp(s) not working (3,890 recorded failures), registration plate lamp not working (3,438), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (2,940). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Vauxhall Antara with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Vauxhall Antara owner drives around 6,611 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Vauxhall Antara models stay on UK roads for around 19 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.