Vauxhall Astra: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 10.1% of Vauxhall Astra MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2005, 2006 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 9,996 | 12.9% |
| 2002 | 50,296 | 14.8% |
| 2004 | 74,445 | 14.2% |
| 2005 | 137,997 | 16.2% |
| 2006 | 198,646 | 17.3% |
| 2017 | 263,114 | 1.2% |
| 2019 | 95,043 | 0.5% |
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.