2007 VAUXHALL ASTRA SRI+CDTI 1001.7L Diesel

The vehicle holds a current MOT pass from 25 March 2026 at 241,792 miles. That said, the immediate prior test was a failure four days earlier at the same mileage, with no defects recorded on either outcome. The record shows a clear pattern of initial failure followed by a prompt pass. The same sequence occurred in 2025, with a failure on 25 March and a pass on 29 March, and again in 2024, with a failure on 10 February and a pass on 21 February. Because the DVSA record lists no defects for any test, the underlying faults remain undisclosed. That absence of detail prevents a definitive judgement on whether the mechanical condition is stable, worsening, or improving. The consistent retest pattern is mildly encouraging, but it offers no evidence of long-term component health. The mileage accumulation is substantial. The car recorded 241,792 miles at its most recent test in March 2026, against 239,059 miles in March 2025, an increase of roughly 2,733 miles over twelve months. From February 2024 to March 2026, the vehicle covered about 7,399 miles in roughly two years. That is a relatively moderate annual usage for a diesel workhorse, though the absolute mileage figure is high for a 2007 Astra. The yearly average of roughly 12,726 miles aligns closely with typical UK usage, so the car has likely been used steadily rather than thrashed or left standing. The lack of recorded advisories or failure details gives a buyer very little to work with. In person, you should inspect the rear suspension arms and axle mounting points for corrosion, given the age and high mileage. Check the brake discs and pads for lip wear and scoring, and verify the handbrake efficiency on an incline, as high-mileage Vauxhalls commonly develop binding calipers and worn cables. Examine the underbody for structural rot, particularly the sills, jacking points, and subframe mounts. Also test the clutch take-up point, listen for turbocharger whine on a cold start, and check the DPF-related sensors if fitted. A vehicle at 241,000 miles can still be sound, but only a full independent inspection will reveal whether the absence of recorded defects reflects genuine upkeep or simply a sympathetic MOT tester.