Vauxhall Astra Sri (2017)
2017 Vauxhall Astra Sri
CarHunch analysed 171 real MOT records for the 2017 Vauxhall Astra Sri. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2017 Vauxhall Astra SRI hits the UK average almost exactly, with a 79.8% first-time pass rate against the national 80%, and notably has zero dangerous defects on record across 171 vehicles—a clean safety bill. The petrol version (which makes up the dataset) performs particularly well at 95.9% pass rate, suggesting this engine configuration is robust.
At 51,214 miles median, these cars sit right where you'd expect for a seven-year-old model, and the low failure rate of just 0.22 per vehicle tells you most don't throw expensive problems at you. Budget for routine maintenance but don't expect major shocks; run a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension wear and any corrosion history, as these are typically the first things to deteriorate on this generation Astra.
What to check before buying a 2017 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 (81%) | 138 | 95.9% | 0.21 |
| Petrol (19%) | 32 | 9.8% | 0.25 |
| Diesel (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2017 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 2017 Vauxhall Astra Sri vehicles fall between 38,435 and 60,843 miles.
2017 Vauxhall Astra Sri — Still on the Road
91 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 76% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.
MOT History Averages
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