VAUXHALL ASTRA2013 · 1.6L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a clean pass in the most recent MOT test on 23 March 2026 at 72,203 miles. This result follows a period of consistent passing, indicating that the mechanical and structural components currently meet the functional standard. The absence of recorded defects in the last two tests suggests that the current owner has proactively addressed necessary maintenance to ensure the vehicle meets DVSA requirements. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 13-year-old Astra, averaging approximately 5,554 miles per year. There is a significant gap in data between March 2022 at 37,955 miles and March 2024 at 58,640 miles, where the vehicle covered over 20,000 miles in just two years. Since then, usage has slowed back down to roughly 6,800 miles per annum. While low mileage generally reduces wear on drivetrain and engine components, it can sometimes lead to rubber component degradation or seized calipers if the vehicle sits for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to age rather than just distance. Check the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and sidewalls for cracking or dry rot which often affects low-use vehicles. Given the failure in March 2024 which was rectified within two days, verify that the specific fault causing that initial failure was properly resolved and is not a recurring issue. Inspect the chassis for corrosion around the sills and wheel arches, as these are the primary areas of structural concern for this model regardless of the low mileage.