2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · DY07 ABK

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 22 December 2023 at 123 280 miles, but that test is now well beyond the legal two‑year interval, so the car is not currently road‑worthy under MOT regulations. The maintenance history shows a clear deteriorating trend in the suspension and brake subsystems. Coil‑spring fractures appear first in 2016, recur in 2020 and again in 2022, and finally affect both front springs in the December 2022 failure. Brake‑pipe corrosion is logged repeatedly from 2017 through 2023, and steering‑rack play persists from 2020 onward. While the engine oil leak and exhaust leak have been recorded only intermittently, the cumulative pattern points to a vehicle that has required progressive attention in these critical areas. Mileage accumulation is steady at roughly 6 500 miles per year, reaching 123 280 miles over 19 years—an average figure for a car of this age. MOT entries are present from 2014 through 2023, with incremental mileage jumps of 4 000–10 000 miles each year, indicating regular use without hidden high‑mileage spikes. The record is continuous, so there are no significant gaps that would obscure wear trends. A buyer should inspect the front and rear coil springs for any signs of fracture or corrosion, examine suspension arms and bushings for excessive wear, and check the brake pipes for corrosion, grease contamination or leaks. Brake actuation must be tested for binding, imbalance or uneven performance, and the steering rack should be assessed for play at the inner joints. The exhaust system needs verification for the noted central leak, and the engine should be examined for oil seepage. Tyre condition, especially the front tyres noted as worn close to the legal limit, and any sill corrosion should be examined in person. Addressing these items before registration will be essential to restore the vehicle to a reliable state.