2017 VAUXHALL ASTRA1.6L Diesel

The vehicle maintains a clean record of roadworthiness, with the most recent test conducted on 29 October 2025 at 127,904 miles resulting in a pass with no recorded defects. This outcome continues a consistent trend of compliance observed over the last four years, suggesting that the vehicle has been subjected to regular maintenance and oversight. The failure recorded on 29 October 2024 at 118,696 miles appears to be a clerical or minor administrative anomaly, as the vehicle successfully passed the same inspection on the same day without any listed defects. Accumulating 127,904 miles over nine years places this Vauxhall Astra well above the typical average for its age, indicating a high-intensity usage profile likely dominated by motorway travel. The mileage progression remains steady and predictable, with the vehicle covering approximately 8,000 to 9,000 miles annually between 2022 and 2025. This consistent rate of use is generally preferable to long periods of inactivity, as it suggests the engine and drivetrain components have remained operational and lubricated rather than suffering from the corrosion or seal degradation associated with prolonged storage. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on high-wear components that are not always captured by the MOT pass criteria. Given the high total mileage, verify the condition of the clutch and dual-mass flywheel, as these are common failure points on this model at this stage of its life. Inspect the suspension bushes, ball joints, and coil springs for signs of fatigue, as these items endure significant stress over such high mileages. While the MOT history is remarkably clean, confirm that the timing belt has been replaced according to the manufacturer schedule, as a failure here would cause catastrophic engine damage regardless of the vehicle's clean test record.