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Vauxhall Astra Life A/c Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Vauxhall Astra Life A/c reliable? We analysed 1,316 real MOT tests across 206 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,316 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
77.2%
Typical Mileage
89,262mi
Annual Mileage
5,007mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Vauxhall Astra Life A/c is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Astra Life A/c.

Specifications

Vauxhall Astra Life A/c — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Vauxhall Astra Life A/c — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1598cc
Engine
115bhp
Power
43.4mpg
Combined
156g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1598cc
Power
115 BHP
Fuel type
Petrol

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Black
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
43.4 mpg
Urban
33.2 mpg
Extra-urban
53.2 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£2052

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
156 g/km Band G
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£200
Road tax (6 mo.)
£110
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Vauxhall Astra Life A/c record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Vauxhall Astra Life A/c Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Astra Life A/c. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

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Vauxhall Astra Life A/c Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Astra Life A/c owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,005 mi/yr
Typical
5,007 mi/yr
Average
5,623 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,545 mi/yr

Vauxhall Astra Life A/c Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Astra Life A/c MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
89,262 mi
75th Percentile
110,180 mi
95th Percentile
144,332 mi
Max Recorded
398,550 mi

How Does the Vauxhall Astra Life A/c Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Vauxhall Astra Life A/c THIS CAR 77.2% 1,316 89,262 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
Volvo XC90 Rdesgn Pro T8 Rchrg AWD A 87.2% 2,302 37,232 mi — yrs

Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Astra Life A/c outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Vauxhall Astra Life A/c?

The Vauxhall Astra Life A/c has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.2% across 1,316 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Vauxhall Astra Life A/c owner drives around 5,007 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.

Vauxhall Astra Life A/c — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vauxhall Astra Life A/c reliable?
Based on 1,316 MOT tests, the Vauxhall Astra Life A/c has a 77.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Vauxhall Astra Life A/c?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Vauxhall Astra Life A/c do per year?
The typical Vauxhall Astra Life A/c does around 5,007 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Vauxhall Astra Life A/c last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Vauxhall Astra Life A/c?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.