2013 VAUXHALL ANTARA2.2L Diesel

The Vauxhall Antara is currently roadworthy. The most recent DVSA test on 1 April 2026 at 110,538 miles recorded a pass with no defects. Maintenance trend across the available history stays stable, showing consecutive annual passes from 15 March 2023 through April 2026. A failure on 3 April 2024 at 102,547 miles listed no defects, yet the tester passed the car the next day at identical mileage. This pattern points to an administrative anomaly rather than worsening mechanical condition. Mileage sits within expected bounds for a 13-year-old vehicle. The record shows 97,714 miles at the March 2023 test, 102,547 miles by April 2024, 106,428 miles in April 2025, and 110,538 miles in April 2026. Annual gains of roughly 4,800, 3,900, and 4,100 miles all fall below the 8,500-mile yearly average implied by total distance. The five-entry history is sparse but clean, with no advisories on tyres, wipers, or structure. Previous owners appear to have maintained basic test compliance, though the odd back-to-back fail-pass in 2024 limits deeper insight. Despite the absence of flagged faults, physical inspection remains prudent. The tester noted no corrosion or suspension wear, but at this age the Antara's subframe, suspension bushes, and coil springs may conceal rust or fatigue. A buyer should measure brake discs and calipers for wear or binding, and check exhaust emissions equipment, as high-mileage Vauxhalls often develop such issues unseen by MOT. Structural integrity around sills and arches warrants close visual scrutiny for hidden decay.