What's a good price for a used Vauxhall Astra?

As of 8 August 2026, a used Vauxhall Astra on Motoring Today ranged from £6,005 upward, with a £7,294 median across 8 listings. The cheapest quarter of stock sat at or below £6,873, so around £6,873 or less was priced keenly for the model.

What usually fails the MOT on a used Vauxhall Astra?

As of 7 September 2026, across 15 used Vauxhall Astra cars in stock with DVSA MOT history, the most common failure areas were visibility (windscreen & wipers), lighting & electrical and tyres. Visibility (windscreen & wipers) alone accounted for 22% of the 27 recorded defects. 2 were logged as dangerous.

How much is a used Vauxhall Astra worth?

As of 27 August 2026, used Vauxhall Astra asking prices on Motoring Today ranged from £5,990 to £8,990, with a median of £6,999 across 5 cars in stock — live dealer asking prices, not a stale guide figure.

How many Vauxhall Astra cars are for sale right now?

We currently have 3 Vauxhall Astra models listed for sale. This stock information was last updated on 23 August 2026.

What is the cheapest Vauxhall Astra available?

The most affordable Vauxhall Astra is a 2015 model with 45,000 miles, priced at £6,495. A representative finance example for this car is £172 per month, though finance is subject to status.

What should I check when buying a used Vauxhall Astra?

When buying a used Vauxhall Astra, always check for a full service history and review any MOT advisories, which Motoring Today includes on every listing. Ensure all electrics, including the infotainment system and air conditioning, are fully functional.

Is a Vauxhall Astra ULEZ compliant?

For petrol models, most Vauxhall Astras from 2006 onwards are ULEZ compliant as they typically meet Euro 4 or higher emissions standards. You should always confirm the specific Euro standard for any vehicle you are considering.

What finance options are available for a Vauxhall Astra?

We typically offer Hire Purchase (HP) agreements for the Vauxhall Astra. This means you make monthly payments and own the car at the end of the term. A representative example includes a 0% deposit over 60 months with an APR of 13%.

What are the typical running costs for a Vauxhall Astra?

Running costs for a Vauxhall Astra generally include fuel, insurance, road tax, and servicing. While specific figures vary by engine and trim, the Astra is generally considered a practical and economical family car.

Used Vauxhall Astra for sale

Vauxhall Astra insurance group

6–35 of 50

By monthly payment:Under £150/mo Under £200/mo Under £250/mo Under £300/mo Under £400/mo Under £500/mo

By cash price:Under £5,000 Under £10,000 Under £15,000 Under £20,000 Under £30,000

Above market

Vauxhall Astra

2017 Sri Vx-line Nav

PetrolManual37,000 mi2017

£200/yr

£207/mo

£8,995

cash

Protheroes·4.4 (73)· Market Harborough

Motoring Today score

How good is the Vauxhall Astra?

68/100

Overall

Reliability60

Running costs83

Safety55

Family & practicality77

Insurance65

Reliability is from real DVSA MOT pass rates; running costs, insurance, safety and practicality from manufacturer specs (MPG/CO₂, insurance group, Euro NCAP, dimensions). Overall is a fixed weighted blend (family 17% · safety 18% · insurance 15% · reliability 25% · running cost 25%), from a sample of 697,291. A guide, not a guarantee.

Market data

Vauxhall Astra market snapshot

How quickly it sells

23 days

Comparable Vauxhall Astra listings typically take around 23 days to sell, based on local sold-car data.

Based on 3 of our current listings

Typical mileage

40,667 miles

Across our current Vauxhall Astra stock, mileage ranges from 37,000 to 45,000 miles (median 40,000).

Across 3 of our current listings

Price and days-to-sell figures are averaged across our own live Vauxhall Astra listings, each checked against MarketCheck UK's wider market data (refreshed every 24 hours). Mileage is from our current stock directly. Shown only where we have enough listings to be representative — a guide, not a valuation.

Specifications & dimensions

Trim-level specifications for the Vauxhall Astra (Petrol Parallel PHEV, Petrol, Diesel), across 800 recorded variants.

Performance

79–276 bhp
Power: 5.8s
0–60 mph (fastest): 155 mph
Top speed: 999–1,998 cc
Engine

Economy & running costs

30–85 mpg
Fuel economy: 23–223 g/km
CO₂: 41 mi
Electric range (max): £190
Road tax (VED): 6–35 of 50
Insurance group

Dimensions & practicality

4,374 mm
Length: 2,033 mm
Width: 1,485 mm
Height: 2,662 mm
Wheelbase: 1,338 kg
Weight: 5
Seats: 5
Doors

Euro NCAP safety

5★
Adult: 4★
Child: 1★
Pedestrian

The Vauxhall Astra Hatchback (04-10) was tested by Euro NCAP in and received the following safety ratings:

Automatic · Manual 5 seats New from £12,995

Trim	Fuel	Power	MPG	CO₂	Ins.
1.2 Turbo Hybrid [136] Design 5dr e-DCT6Automatic	Petrol	134 bhp	48.7 - 62.8 mpg	105	20
1.6 Hybrid GSe 5dr AutoAutomatic	Petrol Parallel PHEV	221 bhp	45.6 mpg	25	31
1.6 Plug-in Hybrid Design 5dr AutoAutomatic	Petrol Parallel PHEV	177 bhp	46.3 mpg	23	—
1.2 Turbo 130 GS Line 5drManual	Petrol	128 bhp	49.6 - 50.4 mpg	126	18
1.6 Hybrid Elite 5dr AutoAutomatic	Petrol Parallel PHEV	177 bhp	—	31	—
1.2 Turbo 130 Design 5drManual	Petrol	128 bhp	43.5 - 53.3 mpg	124	17
1.5 Turbo D Design 5drManual	Diesel	128 bhp	64.2 - 67.3 mpg	114	19
1.5 Turbo D Design 5dr AutoAutomatic	Diesel	128 bhp	56.5 - 58.9 mpg	127	19
1.2 Turbo 130 Business Edition 5dr AutoAutomatic	Petrol	128 bhp	49.6 - 51.4 mpg	126	19
1.5 Turbo D Business Edition 5drManual	Diesel	128 bhp	62.8 - 64.2 mpg	115	—
1.5 Turbo D Business Edition 5dr AutoAutomatic	Diesel	128 bhp	60.1 - 62.8 mpg	118	—
1.2 Turbo Design 5drManual	Petrol	108 bhp	44.8 - 53.3 mpg	124	16

Manufacturer specifications aggregated across recorded trims; individual cars vary by options and age. Figures are a guide — confirm exact spec with the seller.

Frequently asked questions

How many Vauxhall Astra cars are for sale right now?: We currently have 3 Vauxhall Astra models listed for sale. This stock information was last updated on 23 August 2026.
What is the cheapest Vauxhall Astra available?: The most affordable Vauxhall Astra is a 2015 model with 45,000 miles, priced at £6,495. A representative finance example for this car is £172 per month, though finance is subject to status.
What should I check when buying a used Vauxhall Astra?: When buying a used Vauxhall Astra, always check for a full service history and review any MOT advisories, which Motoring Today includes on every listing. Ensure all electrics, including the infotainment system and air conditioning, are fully functional.
Is a Vauxhall Astra ULEZ compliant?: For petrol models, most Vauxhall Astras from 2006 onwards are ULEZ compliant as they typically meet Euro 4 or higher emissions standards. You should always confirm the specific Euro standard for any vehicle you are considering.
What finance options are available for a Vauxhall Astra?: We typically offer Hire Purchase (HP) agreements for the Vauxhall Astra. This means you make monthly payments and own the car at the end of the term. A representative example includes a 0% deposit over 60 months with an APR of 13%.
What are the typical running costs for a Vauxhall Astra?: Running costs for a Vauxhall Astra generally include fuel, insurance, road tax, and servicing. While specific figures vary by engine and trim, the Astra is generally considered a practical and economical family car.

Our Vauxhall Astra reviews

Read the full verdict on each generation before you shortlist a car.