Opel Astra
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 4 years from 187 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
70%
Total Tests
187
Best Year
2002 (77%)
Years Covered
4
About the Opel Astra
The Opel Astra has been tested 187 times in 2026 MOT data across 4 model years (2000 to 2008), with an average pass rate of 70%. That's 12 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2002 model is the most reliable with a 77% pass rate from 53 tests. The 2008 model has the lowest at 65%. The 12 point spread between years means reliability varies somewhat, but no year is dramatically different.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2000) averages 85,799 miles, while the newest (2008) averages 129,892 miles.
Estimated Running Costs
Higher due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Opel Astra by Year
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