2015 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · PR04 APR
2015 Vauxhall Astra (1.4L, petrol). First registered 24 Mar 2015. Recorded mileage 43,223 miles. MOT valid until 07 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 43,223 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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PR04 APR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 08/12/2025
- 43,223 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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PR04 APR Mileage History
- 28/02/202235,190 mi
- 09/02/202338,372 mi+3,182 mi
- 09/11/202440,125 mi+1,753 mi
- 27/11/202543,129 mi+3,004 mi
- 08/12/202543,223 mi+94 mi
Average of roughly 2,128 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
PR04 APR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Vauxhall Astra (PR04 APR) between February 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
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Our Verdict
This 2015 Vauxhall Astra 1.4i Turbo repr
Given the recent failed MOT on a fractured rear coil spring, a careful inspection of the suspension is essential. A fractured spring can indicate the vehicle has been driven over poor road surfaces or that the remaining springs are nearing the end of their service life, so have all four springs, shock absorbers, and top mounts checked by a garage before purchase. The November 2025 retest was issued just 11 days after the failure with advisories for both rear tyres showing damage and perishing, suggesting replacement tyres should be a near-term budget item. Beyond the MOT findings, request any available service history, particularly evidence of cambelt or timing chain replacement on this 1.4-litre turbo petrol unit, and check for oil leaks from the turbo and cam cover, which are known weak points on Astra J-era engines. At 11 years old, also budget for items such as a replacement battery, coolant system components, and general wear-and-tear refreshment.
The 1.4-litre turbo petrol Astra typically returns around 42-48 mpg on a mix of driving conditions, making it a reasonably economical choice for a family hatchback. Road tax sits in a modest band given the 2015 registration and engine size, and insurance is generally affordable in the lower-to-middle groups for this variant. Typical annual maintenance for an Astra of this age tends to fall in the £400-£600 range for routine servicing, with additional costs for wear items such as tyres, brakes, and suspension components as the recent MOT history highlights. Overall estimated annual running costs are in the region of £1,400-£1,700 including fuel, tax, insurance, and routine maintenance.
Priority one is a full suspension inspection following the fractured offside rear coil spring recorded at the November 2025 MOT failure. Ask the seller to confirm whether both rear springs were replaced, or only the failed one, as replacing springs in pairs is best practice. The rear brake discs were flagged as worn and pitted at the 2022 test with no subsequent advisory, so inspect pad and disc wear directly and budget for replacement if not already done. Both rear tyres were flagged for cracking and perishing at the most recent test, indicating likely age-related rubber degradation; check the DOT date codes on all four tyres as ageing rubber can fail regardless of tread depth. Finally, on the 1.4 turbo engine, listen for turbo whistle or whine on cold start, check for oil leaks around the cam cover and turbo oil feed, and verify there are no warning lights illuminated on the dashboard.
This black 2015 Vauxhall Astra with the 1364cc petrol engine has covered 43,223 miles across its recorded MOT history, which is notably below the model average of 6,750 miles per year. Four MOT tests are on file, with three passes and one failure in November 2025 related to tyre condition and a fractured offside rear coil spring. The vehicle passed its subsequent retest within 11 days, suggesting the issues were addressed, though a follow-up inspection is advisable.
The Vauxhall Astra holds an average MOT pass rate of 78.0% across nearly 800,000 vehicles analysed, placing it broadly in line with mainstream family hatchback rivals. The most common failure points are headlamp issues, tyres, and engine management warning lights.
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