Vauxhall Astra Vxr Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Vauxhall Astra Vxr car check
Is the Vauxhall Astra Vxr reliable? We analysed 1,258 real MOT tests across 243 vehicles to find out.
Got a specific Vauxhall Astra Vxr? Enter the reg for a free check:
The Vauxhall Astra Vxr is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include registration plate lamp not fitted, horn not working and headlamp not working on main beam. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Astra Vxr.
Vauxhall Astra Vxr Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Astra Vxr. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Vauxhall Astra Vxr Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Vauxhall Astra Vxr fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Vauxhall Astra Vxr Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Vauxhall Astra Vxr models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Vauxhall Astra Vxr Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Astra Vxr owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Vauxhall Astra Vxr Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Astra Vxr MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
How Does the Vauxhall Astra Vxr Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall Astra Vxr THIS CAR | 82.4% | 1,258 | 68,523 mi | — yrs |
| Vauxhall Corsa | 69.7% | 26,893,546 | 58,908 mi | 33 yrs |
| Vauxhall Astra | 71.9% | 25,288,868 | 76,280 mi | 34 yrs |
| Vauxhall Zafira | 71.9% | 8,488,627 | 75,062 mi | 27 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz Sprinter 519 Progressive CDI | 96.7% | 845 | 49,067 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Astra Vxr outperforms both on MOT reliability.
Found a Vauxhall Astra Vxr you like?
Run a full vehicle history check on the specific car. See finance, stolen, write-off, mileage and MOT data for that exact vehicle.
Check a specific Vauxhall Astra VxrShould you buy a used Vauxhall Astra Vxr?
The Vauxhall Astra Vxr has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.4% across 1,258 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Vauxhall Astra Vxr are registration plate lamp not fitted (2 recorded failures), horn not working (2), and headlamp not working on main beam (2). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Vauxhall Astra Vxr with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Vauxhall Astra Vxr owner drives around 4,413 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.
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.