At a Glance
The Vauxhall Antara has 28 identified common problems across 1 generation, with the Mk1 (2007-2015) being the most affected generation and brakes the most common problem category. Based on 247K MOT tests from DVSA data.
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Below: generation-by-generation comparison of Vauxhall Antara common problems, MOT failure types, and pass-rate data drawn from DVSA records. Click any generation to see fuel- and engine-specific fault patterns, mileage-banded repair guidance, and the most common MOT failures testers record.
MOT Tests & Failures by Generation
Vauxhall Antara generations by MOT tests, failures, and identified problems from DVSA data
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Most Common Vauxhall Antara MOT Failures
Every reason Vauxhall Antara vehicles fail their MOT, ranked by frequency. Select an individual year to see only that year’s failures, or stay on ‘All time’ for the combined picture across our 20 years of DVSA data. Scroll inside the table for the full list.
| # | Failure | % of failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension joint or bush worn | 14.03% |
| 2 | Tyre tread depth below limit | 9.42% |
| 3 | Brake pads or linings worn | 8.17% |
| 4 | Tyre condition | 8.02% |
| 5 | Number plate lamp not working | 7.33% |
| 6 | Front lamp not working | 5.29% |
| 7 | Stop lamp not working | 5.15% |
| 8 | Windscreen washer not working | 3.76% |
| 9 | Wiper blades deteriorated | 3.58% |
| 10 | Rigid brake pipe corroded or damaged | 3.48% |
| 11 | Brake performance below minimum | 2.20% |
| 12 | Shock absorber worn or leaking | 2.11% |
| 13 | Coil spring broken or corroded | 2.07% |
| 14 | Driveshaft fault | 2.02% |
| 15 | Brake disc or drum worn | 2.01% |
| 16 | Exhaust system fault | 1.81% |
| 17 | Headlamp fault | 1.52% |
| 18 | Windscreen damage affecting view | 1.44% |
| 19 | Spark ignition emissions above threshold | 1.07% |
| 20 | Track rod end worn | 1.06% |
| 21 | Headlamp aim defect | 0.99% |
| 22 | Ball joint dust cover split | 0.92% |
| 23 | Airbag warning light on | 0.77% |
| 24 | Steering rack fault | 0.73% |
| 25 | Wheel bearing worn | 0.67% |
| 26 | Position lamp not working | 0.60% |
| 27 | Parking brake condition | 0.54% |
| 28 | ABS fault | 0.53% |
| 29 | Indicator fault | 0.48% |
| 30 | Seat belt condition | 0.44% |
| 31 | Brake hydraulic component worn | 0.44% |
| 32 | Rear fog lamp not working | 0.44% |
| 33 | Fog lamp not working | 0.38% |
| 34 | Battery loose or leaking | 0.37% |
| 35 | Mirror damaged or missing | 0.34% |
| 36 | Engine oil leak | 0.30% |
| 37 | Flexible brake hose damaged | 0.25% |
| 38 | Parking brake performance below minimum | 0.24% |
| 39 | Brake lever fault | 0.23% |
| 40 | Power steering pipe or hose leaking | 0.22% |
| 41 | Reversing lamp not working | 0.19% |
| 42 | Rear lamp not working | 0.18% |
| 43 | Suspension arm worn or corroded | 0.17% |
| 44 | Compression ignition emissions above threshold | 0.16% |
| 45 | Propshaft fault | 0.16% |
| 46 | Front suspension joint worn | 0.16% |
| 47 | Front suspension fault | 0.14% |
| 48 | Suspension mounting corroded | 0.14% |
| 49 | Suspension linkage fault | 0.14% |
| 50 | Handbrake lever fault | 0.12% |
| 51 | King pin or swivel pin worn | 0.12% |
| 52 | Brake cable, rod, lever or linkage fault | 0.11% |
| 53 | Front passenger door fault | 0.11% |
| 54 | Anti-roll bar worn or corroded | 0.11% |
| 55 | Horn not working | 0.11% |
| 56 | Tyre size or type not matched | 0.10% |
| 57 | Headlamp levelling device fault | 0.10% |
| 58 | Brake pedal fault | 0.09% |
| 59 | Electrical wiring fault | 0.09% |
| 60 | Subframe corrosion or damage | 0.09% |
| 61 | Vehicle structure corrosion | 0.08% |
| 62 | Universal joint worn | 0.08% |
| 63 | Brake pedal movement restricted | 0.08% |
| 64 | Chassis condition | 0.07% |
| 65 | Rear reflector damaged or missing | 0.07% |
| 66 | Steering lock fault | 0.07% |
| 67 | Tyre valve stem damaged | 0.07% |
| 68 | Driver door fault | 0.06% |
| 69 | Fuel pipe corroded or damaged | 0.06% |
| 70 | Exhaust leak | 0.06% |
| 71 | Driver airbag fault | 0.05% |
| 72 | Bumper damaged or insecure | 0.04% |
| 73 | Electronic parking brake fault | 0.04% |
| 74 | Power steering ram fault | 0.04% |
| 75 | Brake caliper fault | 0.04% |
| 76 | Tyre pressure monitoring system fault | 0.04% |
| 77 | Body corrosion or damage | 0.03% |
| 78 | Electronic stability control fault | 0.03% |
| 79 | Suspension retaining or locking device fault | 0.03% |
| 80 | Fuel tank corroded or leaking | 0.03% |
| 81 | Speedometer fault | 0.03% |
| 82 | Undertray damaged or missing | 0.03% |
| 83 | Driver seat fault | 0.03% |
| 84 | Handbrake fails on gradient | 0.03% |
| 85 | Steering column fault | 0.03% |
| 86 | Dashboard warning lamp fault | 0.03% |
| 87 | Headlamp washer not working | 0.03% |
| 88 | Bonded suspension condition | 0.02% |
| 89 | Electronic braking system fault | 0.02% |
| 90 | Towbar fault | 0.02% |
| 91 | Suspension linkage attachment bracket or mounting corroded | 0.02% |
| 92 | Brake fluid reservoir fault | 0.02% |
| 93 | Electrical switch fault | 0.02% |
| 94 | Indicator warning light fault | 0.02% |
| 95 | Steering operation fault | 0.02% |
| 96 | Suspension unit fault | 0.02% |
| 97 | Brake fluid level low or contaminated | 0.02% |
| 98 | Drag link end worn | 0.02% |
| 99 | MacPherson strut worn | 0.02% |
| 100 | Hydraulic fluid leak | 0.02% |
| 101 | Engine mounting worn or broken | 0.02% |
| 102 | Bonnet catch or hinge fault | 0.02% |
| 103 | Fuel hose damaged or leaking | 0.02% |
| 104 | Steering arm worn | 0.02% |
| 105 | Transmission oil leak | 0.02% |
| 106 | Rear suspension fault | 0.02% |
| 107 | Handbrake cable fault | 0.01% |
| 108 | Outline marker lamp not working | 0.01% |
| 109 | Body security fault | 0.01% |
| 110 | Fuel cap damaged or missing | 0.01% |
| 111 | Main beam warning light fault | 0.01% |
| 112 | Reversing lamp switch fault | 0.01% |
| 113 | Suspension rod worn or corroded | 0.01% |
| 114 | Boot lid damaged or insecure | 0.01% |
| 115 | Access panel damaged or insecure | 0.01% |
| 116 | Power steering pump fault | 0.01% |
| 117 | Steering free play excessive | 0.01% |
| 118 | Rear fog lamp warning light fault | 0.01% |
| 119 | Brake master cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 120 | Passenger seat fault | <0.01% |
| 121 | Brake fluid leak | <0.01% |
| 122 | Seat belt or padding damaged | <0.01% |
| 123 | Brake back plate corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 124 | Steering coupling worn | <0.01% |
| 125 | Electric power steering fault | <0.01% |
| 126 | Dip switch fault | <0.01% |
| 127 | Mirror or camera fault | <0.01% |
| 128 | Steering box fault | <0.01% |
| 129 | Catalytic converter efficiency low | <0.01% |
| 130 | Passenger airbag fault | <0.01% |
| 131 | Hazard warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 132 | Window damaged or won't operate | <0.01% |
| 133 | Brake servo fault | <0.01% |
| 134 | Steering wheel damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 135 | Brake fluid warning light on | <0.01% |
| 136 | Tailgate damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 137 | Tie bar or rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 138 | Transmission drive belt fault | <0.01% |
| 139 | Additional braking device fault | <0.01% |
| 140 | Body strengthening plate corroded | <0.01% |
| 141 | Exhaust emissions above threshold (non-catalyst) | <0.01% |
| 142 | Hydraulic brake cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 143 | Brake clevis joint worn | <0.01% |
| 144 | Brake pressure or vacuum buildup insufficient | <0.01% |
| 145 | Brake valve fault | <0.01% |
| 146 | Exhaust heat shield or sound insulation damaged | <0.01% |
| 147 | Halfshaft fault | <0.01% |
| 148 | Seat belt load limiter fault | <0.01% |
| 149 | Steering shaft fault | <0.01% |
| 150 | Subframe mounting corroded | <0.01% |
| 151 | Wheel hub fault | <0.01% |
| 152 | Air brake cylinder or actuator fault | <0.01% |
| 153 | Axle corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 154 | Brake air or vacuum system fault | <0.01% |
| 155 | Brake slack adjuster fault | <0.01% |
| 156 | Brake stationary pin worn | <0.01% |
| 157 | Front fog lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 158 | Full power hydraulic brake fault | <0.01% |
| 159 | Load sensing valve fault | <0.01% |
| 160 | Loading door damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 161 | Passenger compartment corrosion | <0.01% |
| 162 | Seat belt anchorage fault | <0.01% |
| 163 | Seat belt pre-tensioner fault | <0.01% |
| 164 | Spare wheel fault | <0.01% |
| 165 | Steering drive system fault | <0.01% |
| 166 | Step damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 167 | Vehicle floor corroded | <0.01% |
Showing all 167 reasons — scroll inside the table for the full list.
Vauxhall Antara MOT Failures by Category
Total MOT failure occurrences for the Vauxhall Antara, grouped by category. Same data as the failures table above — just sliced by category instead of fault title. Hover a slice for the top failures in each category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Vauxhall Antara problems?
Based on analysis of 247K Vauxhall Antara MOT tests from DVSA data, we have 28 identified common problems across 1 generation. The most frequently flagged issue is "Position lamp not working". Brakes is the most common problem category.
Which Vauxhall Antara generation has the most problems?
The Vauxhall Antara Mk1 (2007-2015) (2007–2017) has the highest number of identified common problems (36). Click the generation card above for the full breakdown.
How is this data calculated?
We analyse anonymised DVSA MOT test records under the Open Government Licence. An issue is classified as a "Common Problem" when it occurs significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read the full methodology page for details.
Can I report a problem with my Vauxhall Antara?
Yes — use the "Tell Us About Your Problem" form on this page. Your report helps other Vauxhall Antara owners spot problems early. All submissions are reviewed before being added to the public database.
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