OPEL ASTRA (2008)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 49 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
65%
Total Tests (2024)
49
Avg Mileage
129,892 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,027
Is the 2008 OPEL ASTRA reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 17 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the OPEL brand average of 72%.
At 16 years old, 65% of OPEL ASTRAs from 2008 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 49 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 129,892 miles.
How does the 2008 OPEL ASTRA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2008 OPEL ASTRA has 129,892 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 118,400 miles for a 16-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2008 OPEL ASTRA cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
OPEL ASTRA by Year
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About the 2008 OPEL ASTRA
The 2008 OPEL ASTRA is a small family car with a 1598cc petrol engine. 49 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 95% of 2008 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 129,892 miles at 16 years old, OPEL ASTRA owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2008 OPEL ASTRA Fuel Costs
The 1598cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2008 OPEL ASTRA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,027 (£169/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 65% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2008 OPEL ASTRA
At 16 years old, the OPEL ASTRA is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 49 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2008 OPEL ASTRA
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FIESTA (2008) 72% pass rate (+7%) from 109,443 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2009) 74% pass rate (+9%) from 105,193 tests
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2010) 74% pass rate (+9%) from 99,909 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2010) 67% pass rate (+2%) from 60,994 tests