What year Vauxhall Astra Expression is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1997 Vauxhall Astra Expression has the highest pass rate at 85.2%, out of 333 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Vauxhall Astra Expression MOT failures?

The most common Vauxhall Astra Expression MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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Vauxhall Astra Expression — Reliability by Year

5,667 vehicles · MOT data 1991–1997 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the Vauxhall Astra Expression was manufactured — click any year to explore that cohort in detail. Trying to decide which year to buy? See the full buying guide →

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Best pass rate year

1997

85.2% pass rate · 333 vehicles

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Lowest pass rate year

1996

75.0% pass rate · 587 vehicles

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1997	85.2%	86,905 mi	333
1996	75.0%	160,383 mi	587
1993	—	—	102
1992	—	—	1,924
1991	—	—	2,721

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