Vauxhall Astra Sxi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Vauxhall Astra Sxi reliable? We analysed 7,379 real MOT tests across 1,654 vehicles to find out.
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The Vauxhall Astra Sxi is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, exhaust emissions lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits and anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Vauxhall Astra Sxi.
Vauxhall Astra Sxi — specs & performance
Verified from DVLA & DVSA recordsA snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Vauxhall Astra Sxi — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.
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
- 43.5 mpg
- Urban
- 33.2 mpg
- Extra-urban
- 53.3 mpg
- Fuel cost / 12k mi
- £2052
Tax & Emissions
- CO2 output
- 155 g/km Band G
- Emission class
- Not Available
- Road tax (12 mo.)
- £200
- Road tax (6 mo.)
- £110
Vauxhall Astra Sxi Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Vauxhall Astra Sxi. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Vauxhall Astra Sxi Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Vauxhall Astra Sxi fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Vauxhall Astra Sxi Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Vauxhall Astra Sxi models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Vauxhall Astra Sxi Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Vauxhall Astra Sxi owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Vauxhall Astra Sxi Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Vauxhall Astra Sxi 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 Sxi Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall Astra Sxi THIS CAR | 73.5% | 7,379 | 103,027 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 |
| Land Rover R Rover Sprt Hse Slvr D MHEV A | 90.6% | 6,123 | 34,324 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Vauxhall Corsa (69.7% pass rate) and the Vauxhall Astra (71.9% pass rate), the Vauxhall Astra Sxi outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Vauxhall Astra Sxi has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.5% across 7,379 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Vauxhall Astra Sxi are windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3 recorded failures), exhaust emissions lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (2), and anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (1). 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 brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Vauxhall Astra Sxi 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 Sxi owner drives around 5,943 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.