2010 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · DY10 AEJ

The Vauxhall Astra last passed its MOT on 17 January 2022 at 86,171 miles with no defects recorded, showing a stable mechanical trend across the available history. That certificate expired in January 2023, and the car has now gone more than three years without a test, so its present roadworthiness remains unconfirmed by DVSA data. Mileage climbed from 74,975 in the July 2018 test to 86,171 by January 2022, a gain of just 11,196 miles over 3.5 years. The July 2018 record lists both a pass and a fail on the same day, each with no defects noted; this points to a clerical error rather than a genuine fault. Annual use averaged around 3,200 miles in that span, well below typical for a 2010 hatchback. The sparse, clean ledger suggests previous keepers addressed consumables before each test, though the long dormancy since 2022 limits insight into recent wear. A buyer should treat the Astra as a low-mileage but long-stored vehicle. The tester never flagged suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs or structural corrosion, yet standing for over three years invites perished seals and binding calipers. Inspect the underbody for rust, check brake lines for moisture damage, and confirm tyre sidewalls haven't cracked from age. Verify the exhaust emissions and handbrake operation on a current test, as these components degrade without use.