VAUXHALL ASTRA GRIFFIN EDITION TRBO D A (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 121 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
90%
Total Tests (2024)
121
Avg Mileage
27,113 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,350
Is the 2021 VAUXHALL ASTRA GRIFFIN EDITION TRBO D A reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VAUXHALL brand average of 84%.
At 3 years old, 90% of VAUXHALL ASTRA GRIFFIN EDITION TRBO D As from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 121 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 27,113 miles.
How does the 2021 VAUXHALL ASTRA GRIFFIN EDITION TRBO D A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 VAUXHALL ASTRA GRIFFIN EDITION TRBO D A has 27,113 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2021 VAUXHALL ASTRA GRIFFIN EDITION TRBO D A cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2021 VAUXHALL ASTRA GRIFFIN EDITION TRBO D A
The 2021 VAUXHALL ASTRA GRIFFIN EDITION TRBO D A is a small family car with a 1496cc diesel engine. 121 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 77% of 2021 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 27,113 miles at 3 years old, VAUXHALL ASTRA GRIFFIN EDITION TRBO D A owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2021 VAUXHALL ASTRA GRIFFIN EDITION TRBO D A Fuel Costs
The 1496cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 55 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £905 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 VAUXHALL ASTRA GRIFFIN EDITION TRBO D A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,350 (£113/month), broken down as £905 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 VAUXHALL ASTRA GRIFFIN EDITION TRBO D A
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.
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