2010 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · DY10 AEK

This Vauxhall Astra presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent test on 8 May 2025 at 118,890 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in a condition that meets minimum legal standards without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage accumulation is typical for a sixteen year old vehicle, averaging roughly 7,431 miles per year. There was a notable increase in usage between November 2022 and November 2023, where the odometer rose from 90,784 to 105,032 miles. Since November 2023, the vehicle has seen very little use, covering only 3,858 miles over the subsequent two years. This suggests a shift in usage patterns or a period of relative inactivity. The MOT record is unusually clean for a vehicle of this age, showing no recorded advisories for brake wear, suspension bushes, or exhaust emissions across multiple years. While the lack of flagged defects is positive, the absence of any mentioned consumables suggests a very light touch during inspections or a highly disciplined maintenance regime. A failure on 20 November 2023 was overturned within a week, though the record does not specify the fault. A buyer should focus a physical inspection on structural corrosion and rubber perishables. Given the age of the chassis and the recent low-mileage period, checking for rust on the sills and subframes is essential. Inspect the tyres for age-related cracking and verify the condition of the brake discs for surface corrosion, as vehicles that stand for long periods often develop pitting or sticking calipers despite a clean MOT history.