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2016 VAUXHALL ASTRA1.0L Petrol

BL16 ABU

Considering this 2016 VAUXHALL ASTRA? It's a Petrol with a 999cc engine showing 64,094 miles. MOT is not recorded and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 27/04/2026
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment
This Vauxhall Astra presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 24 April 2025 at 64,094 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes over several years, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in a condition that meets minimum legal standards without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage is typical for a ten year old vehicle, averaging roughly 6,409 miles per year. The accumulation has remained steady, moving from 48,262 miles in April 2022 to 64,094 miles by April 2025. There are no erratic jumps in mileage or long periods of stagnation that would suggest neglect or commercial misuse. A brief failure on 25 April 2024 at 60,210 miles was resolved immediately the following day, indicating the owner addressed the issue promptly to secure the pass. The absence of advisories across the last five tests is unusual for a vehicle of this age and suggests a proactive approach to maintenance. No recurring issues with suspension bushes, brake discs, or exhaust emissions appear in the data. The record shows no mentions of structural corrosion, which is a common concern for this model's age. A physical inspection should still focus on consumables that do not always trigger MOT failures until they reach a critical limit. Check the depth of the tyre treads and the condition of the brake pads, as the clean MOT history implies these were sufficient at the time of testing but may have worn since April 2025. Verify the service history for oil changes and filter replacements to ensure the engine has been maintained beyond the basic legal requirements of the MOT.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
Mechanic's Historical Review
This Vauxhall Astra presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 24 April 2025 at 64,094 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes over several years, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in a condition that meets minimum legal standards without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage is typical for a ten year old vehicle, averaging roughly 6,409 miles per year. The accumulation has remained steady, moving from 48,262 miles in April 2022 to 64,094 miles by April 2025. There are no erratic jumps in mileage or long periods of stagnation that would suggest neglect or commercial misuse. A brief failure on 25 April 2024 at 60,210 miles was resolved immediately the following day, indicating the owner addressed the issue promptly to secure the pass. The absence of advisories across the last five tests is unusual for a vehicle of this age and suggests a proactive approach to maintenance. No recurring issues with suspension bushes, brake discs, or exhaust emissions appear in the data. The record shows no mentions of structural corrosion, which is a common concern for this model's age. A physical inspection should still focus on consumables that do not always trigger MOT failures until they reach a critical limit. Check the depth of the tyre treads and the condition of the brake pads, as the clean MOT history implies these were sufficient at the time of testing but may have worn since April 2025. Verify the service history for oil changes and filter replacements to ensure the engine has been maintained beyond the basic legal requirements of the MOT.
MOT Test History Overview

This 2016 Vauxhall Astra (BL16 ABU) has a recorded MOT history spanning from April 2022 to April 2025, with 5 MOT tests on record.

With 4 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 80%. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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