Known APK problem
Opel Astra H Station Wagon: leaks
On the Opel Astra H Station Wagon the APK inspector finds leaks problems 80% more often than on cars of the same age: at 16+ years 22.0%, against about 12.2% nationally.
Window: Oct 2025 – Sep 2026 · Updated: 16 Oct 2026
What is it?
Leaks of oil, coolant or other fluids.
How to check it at the viewing
Look under the engine and where the car was parked. Open the bonnet and look for wet, greasy spots.
Ask the seller: Does the car lose oil or coolant?
By age
Share of inspected Opel Astra H Station Wagons with this defect, compared with all cars of the same age.
| Age | Type | Astra H Station Wagon | National | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 – 15 years | C | 15.0% | 5.6% | 2.7× |
| 16+ years | C | 22.0% | 12.2% | 1.8× |
A = structure, safety or costly mechanics; B = fail, usually simple; C = advisory. An age is missing when this defect is not among the most common there.
Comparable cars at 16+ years
| Model | Leaks | Vs. national |
|---|---|---|
| Opel Astra H Station Wagon | 22.0% | 1.8× |
| Citroën C3 Picasso | 12.1% | 1.0× |
| Honda Insight II | 1.4% | 0.1× |
| Volkswagen Fox | 5.5% | 0.5× |
| Toyota Prius III | 1.1% | 0.1× |
| Peugeot 206+ | 18.4% | 1.5× |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Opel Astra H Station Wagon often have leaks problems?
Yes, more often than average at the APK. At 16+ years the inspector found a leaks defect on 22.0% of inspected Opel Astra H Station Wagons, against about 12.2% of all cars of the same age (1.8×). Source: RDW Open Data, Oct 2025 – Sep 2026.
How do you check the leaks on a used Opel Astra H Station Wagon?
Look under the engine and where the car was parked. Open the bonnet and look for wet, greasy spots.
Repair indication: small, medium or large. An indication of the usual repair, not a quote: the real cost depends on the car, the cause and the garage.
Source: RDW Open Data (CC0), analysis CarXray.nl. 6,857,004 inspected passenger cars aged 3 years and older, Oct 2025 – Sep 2026. Each car counts once. How we know