2010 Vauxhall Astra SXI 1.6L Petrol · BFZ 4051

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently compromised following a failure on 16 June 2026, at 105,506 miles. While the previous four tests showed a clean record with no defects, this sudden failure without recorded defects suggests a significant mechanical or emissions-related issue that emerged immediately prior to the deadline. The maintenance trend was stable for several years, but the most recent result indicates immediate attention is required before the vehicle can be considered roadworthy. The mileage pattern is generally consistent with low-use expectations, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year over its sixteen-year life. However, there is a glaring anomaly in the January 2022 record, which lists a recorded mileage of 804,040 miles. This is clearly a data entry error by the tester, as the mileage dropped to 90,638 miles by March 2023. Excluding that outlier, the vehicle has seen a steady accumulation rate of roughly 5,000 to 10,000 miles annually between the recorded intervals, which typically results in moderate wear on rubber components and suspension bushings. A buyer must investigate the specific cause of the June 2026 failure, as the lack of recorded defects in the report may point to a failure related to the exhaust emissions test or a specific mechanical fault that did not trigger a standard advisory. Given the age of the Astra S, a physical inspection should also focus on structural corrosion on the rear subframe and sills, which are common weaknesses for this model. Check for binding brake calipers and perished shock absorbers, as the low annual mileage can lead to component degradation from inactivity rather than use.