Opel
Running costs, reliability, and MOT data for 4 models from 322 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
72%
Total Tests
322
Models
4
Years Covered
2000-2019
All Opel Models
| Model | Years | Pass Rate | Tests | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astra | 4 yrs | 70% | 187 | Petrol |
| Unclassified | 1 yr | 84% | 62 | Petrol |
| Zafira | 1 yr | 74% | 42 | Petrol |
| Insignia Sc | 1 yr | 68% | 31 | Petrol |
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How reliable is Opel?
About Opel Cars
Opel ranks 136th out of 145 car manufacturers for MOT reliability, with an average pass rate of 72%. That's 10 points below the national average of 82%, so Opel owners should budget a bit more for maintenance.
With 4 models across 20 years of data (2000 to 2019), there's a moderate spread of 16 percentage points between models. Some Opels are notably more reliable than others.
Most and Least Reliable Opel Models
The Unclassified leads the range with a 84% average pass rate from 62 tests. At the other end, the Insignia Sc has the lowest at 68%.
Opel Fuel Types
Opel models in our data come in 4 petrol variants. The range is predominantly petrol-powered.
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