BMW 1 Series vs Vauxhall Astra
Both are family hatchbacks. First-time MOT failure at age 7, and what each one is known to fail on.
What each one fails on
MeasuredThe faults each records most at ages 6 to 9. Same figures as each full report.
BMW 1 Series
A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively wornAdvisory4.1%
Fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road usersAdvisory3.9%
A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakageAdvisory3.8%
A wheel badly distorted or wear between wheel and hub at spigot mountingAdvisory1.9%
A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LEDFail1.4%
A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakageFail1.3%
Vauxhall Astra
Fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road usersAdvisory5.0%
A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakenedFail2.0%
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Advisory1.9%
Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioningFail1.9%
A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LEDFail1.7%
Brake pipe damaged or excessively corrodedAdvisory1.5%