2016 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Diesel · CX65 AAE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 159,270 miles passed, it highlighted that both front tyres were reaching the legal limit and showing uneven wear. This follows a significant failure in March 2025 where multiple critical defects were identified, including a fractured offside rear coil spring and a missing wheel fixing nut. The transition from a major failure to a pass suggests that essential repairs are only addressed when necessitated by the MOT test. The Astra has covered a high mileage for its ten-year age, averaging approximately 16,000 miles per annum. This usage places considerable stress on the drivetrain and suspension components. Between March 2024 and March 2025, the vehicle clocked 33,903 miles in a single year, indicating consistent heavy-road use. The lack of recorded defects in the 2023 and 2024 tests suggests periods of relative stability, but the subsequent appearance of suspension faults and tyre issues at high mileage reflects the accelerated wear expected on rubber and metal components. A buyer must inspect the front suspension closely, as the nearside front lower arm bush was flagged in 2025 and remained an advisory point shortly after. The uneven tyre wear noted in the 2026 test suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension geometry that require professional adjustment. Given the previous fractured coil spring and the high mileage, the entire shock absorber assembly and mounting mounts should be checked for signs of fatigue or excessive corrosion. Additionally, the SRS warning lamp failure from 2025 should be verified to ensure the airbag system was properly rectified and is not a recurring electrical fault.