Vauxhall Astra Mk8 (L) (2022-present) reliability
Vauxhall Astra Mk8 (L) built around 2022: about average at the MOT
Vauxhall Astra Mk8 (L) models built around 2022 fail their MOT about as often as similar cars the same age.
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Key figure
10% of MOT tests on Vauxhall Astra Mk8 (L) models built around 2022 ended in a fail (retests included), against 10% for similar cars the same age.
Most common issue
The most common MOT issue on Vauxhall Astra Mk8 (L) models built around 2022 involves the tyres.
Based on 2,319 tests of Astra models registered 2022+.
About 1 in 10 petrol Astra cars registered in 2022 (9.8%) failed their first MOT.
Based on 2,184 first MOTs (DVSA MOT results, 2025).
About 1 in 75 Astra Mk8 (L) MOTs (1.5%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2022 (3 years old), all fuels combined.
Based on 2,319 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.
About 1 in 25 Astra Mk8 (L) MOTs (3.9%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2022 (3 years old).
Based on 2,319 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.
Mk8 (L) fail rate by age
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 3 years old.
How the Astra Mk8 (L) compares
At each age below, see how the Astra Mk8 (L) holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.
Based on 98,828 tests across 8 Vauxhall models, built around 2022 (3 years old).
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.
What to check before viewing
The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.
Brake pads
High priorityAsk when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.
Brake discs
High priorityAsk for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.
Tyres
Worth checkingCheck tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
Vehicle-specific check
Worth checkingCheck the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.
Other hatchbacks to compare
Other hatchbacks, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Astra Mk8 (L).
- 1
Suzuki SX4
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 7%
Lower fail rate: 7.0%, against 9.8% for the Vauxhall Astra Mk8 (L), both built around 2022.
Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.
2,689 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- 2
Volkswagen E-Up
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 7.6%
Lower fail rate: 7.6%, against 9.8% for the Vauxhall Astra Mk8 (L), both built around 2022.
Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.
1,385 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- 3
Mini
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 9%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 95.6%
No clear edge over the Vauxhall Astra Mk8 (L) on these figures.
Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate, share still registered and recalls only.
35,996 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- 4
Volkswagen ID.3
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 9.8%
No clear edge over the Vauxhall Astra Mk8 (L) on these figures.
Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.
5,171 MOT tests on cars built around 2022
- Fail rate
- = the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
- Still registered at 10 years
- = the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.
Recall context
39 recalls in all15 of the 39 Astra Mk8 (L) recalls cover cars built in these years.
- 2 Critical
- 13 more
Top concerns
- Risk of wrong fuel pipe routing
- Vauxhall fuel pipe
- Vauxhall DV5R engines camshaft chain.
For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.
What has gone wrong on Astra Mk8 (L) cars built around 2022
The share of petrol cars that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Based on 122 cars.
Mk8 (L) variants compared
Astra Mk8 (L) variants built around 2022
The fail rate for each Astra Mk8 (L) variant, grouped by fuel. Each row counts fails per MOT test, the same way as the main fail rate chart.
Petrol
- ASTRA GS LINE TURBO8.6%922 tests
- ASTRA DESIGN TURBO9.6%271 tests
- ASTRA ULTIMATE TURBO AUTO9.0%210 tests
Hybrid electric
- ASTRA GS LINE PHEV AUTO12.4%273 tests
Most common issues on Vauxhall Astras of this age
This list covers every Vauxhall Astra built around 2022, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk8 (L) on its own.
Most common advisories and fails
In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one
- 112.1%Advisory
Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge
- 29.2%Advisory
Brake pads wearing thin
- 38.1%Advisory
Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing
- 45.3%Advisory
Tyre has a cut that does not reach the ply or cords
- 54.1%Advisory
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Based on 4,677 tests
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Frequently asked questions
Built around 2022 (3 years old), the Vauxhall Astra Mk8 (L) (2022-present) fails MOTs at about the rate typical for this age. This is based on 2,319 3-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.