1991 Vauxhall Astra 2.0L Petrol · J728 OKX

The Vauxhall Astra presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, confirmed by the most recent DVSA test on 8 November 2024 at 104,915 miles which returned a pass with no defects recorded. The preceding test on 8 November 2023 at 103,890 miles also passed cleanly, showing no advisories or mechanical faults across both examinations. The vehicle has demonstrated consistent test compliance over the last two recorded years. The recorded mileage of 104,915 at the 2024 test equates to an average of roughly 2,998 miles per year across the car's 35-year life, marking it as exceptionally low use for a 1991 Astra. Between the November 2023 and November 2024 tests the odometer advanced only 1,025 miles, indicating the car spent long periods stationary or covered very short local journeys. The MOT history supplied is sparse, containing just two clean entries with no prior failures, advisories, or gaps that would suggest deferred maintenance. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of structural integrity and corrosion points, as a 35-year-old Vauxhall bodyshell can suffer hidden rust in sills, subframes, and suspension mounting areas even when MOT tests show no defects. The low standing mileage raises the risk of perished rubber components such as suspension bushes, brake hoses, and coolant hoses that degrade with age rather than distance. Although the record shows no flagged brake discs, binding calipers, or exhaust emission issues, the tester's clean results do not certify component condition beyond test day. Verify the actual function of coil springs, steering joints, and handbrake mechanism during a physical road test before purchase.