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A1 GFA

2014 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

102,060 mi
Last recorded102,060 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2014 Vauxhall Astra58,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 GFA
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 102,060 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

Fail 19 Jul 2025 102,060 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

Front Headlamp aim too high Both Sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 80,328 miles

Brake Lamps Operational, Warning Message Illuminated, Advise For Further Inspection

Covers + Shields Fitted

Fail 20 Jul 2024 80,271 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both Sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake Lamps Operational, Warning Message Illuminated, Advise For Further Inspection

Covers + Shields Fitted

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2023 53,526 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

Fail 15 Jul 2023 53,526 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 36,505 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 29,548 miles

o/sday time running lamp not working

Pass 13 Aug 2020 26,362 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 26,358 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2019 28,540 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 18,355 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Aug 2018 18,355 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2017 14,204 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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A1 GFA is a 2014 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2014 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 58,392 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A1 GFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 12 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A1 GFA registered?

A1 GFA is a 2014 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 10 April 2014.

Is A1 GFA safe to buy?

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