Asia Rocsta Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Asia Rocsta car check
Is the Asia Rocsta reliable? We analysed 2,449 real MOT tests across 446 vehicles to find out.
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The Asia Rocsta is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, parking brake lever has no reserve travel and seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Asia Rocsta.
Asia Rocsta — specs & performance
Verified from DVLA & DVSA recordsA snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Asia Rocsta — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.
Engine & Performance
- Engine size
- 1789cc
- Power
- 76 BHP
- Power (kW)
- 57 kW
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Body & Dimensions
- Body type
- Car
- Common colour
- Multi-Colour
- Wheel plan
- 2 Axle Rigid Body
Fuel Economy
Tax & Emissions
- Emission class
- 1
Asia Rocsta Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Asia Rocsta. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Asia Rocsta MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Asia Rocsta to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Asia Rocsta Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Asia Rocsta fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Asia Rocsta Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Asia Rocsta owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Asia Rocsta MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Asia Rocsta year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 147 | 68.7% | 42,462 | 58,826 | 75,670 |
| 1996 | 292 | 63.7% | 43,908 | 59,758 | 71,773 |
| 1995 | 972 | 66.0% | 42,575 | 54,742 | 71,325 |
| 1994 | 1,008 | 63.4% | 48,240 | 60,780 | 73,597 |
How Long Does a Asia Rocsta Last?
Based on 446 Asia Rocsta vehicles on UK roads.
Asia Rocsta Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Asia Rocsta MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Asia Rocsta
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
68.7% MOT pass rate from 147 tests
63.4% MOT pass rate from 1,008 tests
The best year to buy a used Asia Rocsta is 1997, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 68.7% across 147 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Asia Rocsta Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Rocsta THIS CAR | 64.9% | 2,449 | 58,866 mi | 32 yrs |
| Nissan X-trail Tekna DCI | 84.7% | 1,690 | 80,758 mi | — yrs |
| Suzuki Uh 125 K7 | 80.2% | 793 | 13,437 mi | 19 yrs |
| Audi A3 E 104 TDI | 81.2% | 1,018 | 134,692 mi | — yrs |
| Harley-davidson Fxbb Street Bob 1745 19 | 89.6% | 853 | 6,641 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Nissan X-trail Tekna DCI (84.7% pass rate) and the Suzuki Uh 125 K7 (80.2% pass rate), the Asia Rocsta trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Asia RocstaShould you buy a used Asia Rocsta?
The Asia Rocsta has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.9% across 2,449 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Asia Rocsta are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (180 recorded failures), parking brake lever has no reserve travel (167), and seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (133). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Asia Rocsta owner drives around 1,244 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Asia Rocsta models stay on UK roads for around 32 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.