What year Vauxhall Astra GTE 16v is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1989 Vauxhall Astra GTE 16v has the highest pass rate at 100.0%, out of 4,084 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Vauxhall Astra GTE 16v MOT failures?

The most common Vauxhall Astra GTE 16v 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 GTE 16v — Reliability by Year

8,682 vehicles · MOT data 1988–1991 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the Vauxhall Astra GTE 16v 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

1989

100.0% pass rate · 4,084 vehicles

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Lowest pass rate year

1990

75.0% pass rate · 2,648 vehicles

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1991	—	—	977
1990	75.0%	103,159 mi	2,648
1989	100.0%	98,229 mi	4,084
1988	—	—	973

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