Vauxhall Astra Sri (2016)
2016 Vauxhall Astra Sri
CarHunch analysed 200 real MOT records for the 2016 Vauxhall Astra Sri. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2016 Vauxhall Astra SRI has a first-time pass rate of 81.3%, which sits just above the UK average of 80%, and dangerous defects are rare at only 1.0% of vehicles ever encountering one—a reassuring sign for buyers. The data is based on 200 vehicles, so this is a solid sample size.
These Astras are running at a median mileage of 55,626 miles, which is typical for their age, and owners report averaging just 0.26 failures and 0.1 advisories per test—low enough to suggest the model isn't prone to expensive wear-out issues. If you're considering one, check the service history carefully and budget for routine maintenance, but don't expect this generation to be a reliability nightmare.
What to check before buying a 2016 Vauxhall Astra Sri
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other (84%) | 167 | 95.3% | 0.28 |
| Petrol (17%) | 33 | 10.3% | 0.15 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2016 Vauxhall Astra Sri vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2016 Vauxhall Astra Sri vehicles fall between 44,840 and 68,580 miles.
2016 Vauxhall Astra Sri — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 144 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
MOT History Averages
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