2013 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · DS63 AAK

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 28 March 2026 at 139 893 miles, but the tester flagged a worn front brake disc, an oil leak and corrosion on the nearside rear coil spring. These items have appeared repeatedly in the record, indicating a stable but unresolved maintenance pattern rather than improvement. The brake pad issue noted in March 2023 has not reappeared, yet the coil‑spring corrosion and oil leak persist across 2020, 2023, 2025 and now 2026, suggesting ongoing component degradation that has not been fully addressed. Mileage accumulation shows a steady rise from 46 259 miles in November 2016 to 139 893 miles in March 2026, averaging roughly 9 400 miles per year. The interval between the 2022 test (106 806 miles) and the 2023 test (118 502 miles) is typical, and the gap to the 2026 test is about four months, keeping the record current. No abrupt mileage jumps are evident, and the data set is reasonably complete for a ten‑year span. A prospective buyer should inspect the nearside rear coil spring for corrosion, verify the source of the oil leak (engine gaskets or sump plug), and examine front brake discs for uneven wear. The rear suspension arm dust cover should be checked for dirt ingress, and the exhaust flexi pipe inspected for leaks. Brake pads and discs on both axles need visual assessment, as does tyre condition—particularly the rear tyres that have shown damage in earlier tests. Finally, a thorough look at the engine bay for any oil residue and under‑carriage for rust around suspension mounts will provide a clearer picture of the vehicle’s overall mechanical health.