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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Chevrolet Astro. Check any Astro by registration number below.

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74.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-6.1%

vs Chevrolet Avg

6

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Chevrolet Astro — MOT Reliability Overview

The Chevrolet Astro has an average MOT pass rate of 74.4%, which is 6.1 percentage points below the Chevrolet brand average of 80.4%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Astro on the road.

The most common reasons a Chevrolet Astro fails its MOT are an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer. If you are preparing your Astro for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Chevrolet Astro, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Chevrolet Astro performs at MOT across different model years.

2000

Based on 30 vehicles

80.0%Good
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

9.5%

1998

Based on 35 vehicles

85.7%Excellent
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

13.0%

1997

Based on 59 vehicles

78.0%Good
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Dangerous Defects

4.9%

Retest Rate

19.5%

1996

Based on 172 vehicles

69.2%Average
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

13.8%

1995

Based on 180 vehicles

57.8%Below Average
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

26.1%

0

Based on 250 vehicles

75.6%Good
Chevrolet average: 80.4%
Mileage at 5yr

87k mi

Top MOT Failures — Chevrolet Astro

The most common reasons a Chevrolet Astro fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

7.2%
2

A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

7.0%
3

Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer

5.8%
Chevrolet Astro Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

6.7%

Front

3.3%

Front Nearside

3.3%

Other Chevrolet Models

Compare MOT reliability across Chevrolet models.

Chevrolet Captiva

71.7% pass rate

Chevrolet Pick-up

69.2% pass rate

Chevrolet Corvette

89.7% pass rate

Chevrolet Camaro

95.9% pass rate

Chevrolet Pick Up

85.5% pass rate

Chevrolet Motorhome

76.7% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Chevrolet Astro

Chevrolet Astro — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Chevrolet Astro MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Chevrolet Astro?
The average MOT pass rate for the Chevrolet Astro is 74.4% compared to the Chevrolet average of 80.4%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Chevrolet Astro?
The most common MOT failures on the Chevrolet Astro are: An obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (7.2%), A direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (7.0%), Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer (5.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Chevrolet Astro reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 74.4%, the Chevrolet Astro is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Chevrolet Astro?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Chevrolet Astro?
Typical mileage for the Chevrolet Astro: 87,250 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Astro to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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