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AV61 SAM

2014 Vauxhall Astra

White Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

98,142 mi
Last recorded98,142 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2014 Vauxhall Astra58,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 SAM
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 98,142 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x 2 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2025 81,927 miles

Nearside Front inner wheel arch cover missing

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

Fail 29 May 2025 81,927 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front inner wheel arch cover missing

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 May 2024 69,180 miles
Fail 30 May 2024 69,179 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 60,885 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2021 60,885 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 37,472 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 15,257 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 15,257 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2017 13,209 miles

Nearside Rear outer sidewall damage [ kerb ]

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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AV61 SAM is a 2014 Vauxhall Astra in White with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 AV61 SAM, 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 AV61 SAM registered?

AV61 SAM is a 2014 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 22 July 2014.

Is AV61 SAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV61 SAM shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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