Opel Agila: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 43,325 Opel Agila cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2000 and 2015.
In a sample of 399 cars, 72.4% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is wipers give insufficient visibility (20.1% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 2 recalls for this model; 2.2% of registered cars still have an open recall.
3.4% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 20.1% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 15.5% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 15.5% |
| Stub axle (kingpin) has too much play | 13.5% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 13.5% |
| Indicator colour deviates or not permitted | 12% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 10.5% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 9.8% |
| Tyre damaged | 6.3% |
| Shock absorber not working (properly) | 5% |
Share of 399 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 14.3% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 4.3% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 4.3% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 2.8% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 43,325 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 2.2% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 3.4% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2000 to 2015 |
All Opel Agila passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014-06-16 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 9,415 |
| 2013-03-07 | steering | serious | 955 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Opel Agila fail the APK?
In a sample of 399 cars first registered 2012–2021, 72.4% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Opel Agila?
The most common APK defects are: wipers give insufficient visibility (20.1%), tyre pressure incorrect (15.5%), number plate light not working (properly) / missing (15.5%).
Does the Opel Agila have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 2 recalls. 2.2% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Opel models
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.