2012 VAUXHALL ASTRA GTC SPORT S/S TURBO1.4L PETROL

The 2012 vehicle currently holds a roadworthiness rating of 100, indicating it meets the current driving standards. However, the MOT history reveals a maintenance trend that is not improving; in fact, it is deteriorating over time. The most recent test on 2022-03-23 passed at 118,442 miles, but the 2020-10-29 test on 99,968 miles failed, demonstrating that the vehicle has experienced a significant drop in performance since the earlier test. This decline suggests that basic upkeep was skipped or neglected, as the vehicle has not been serviced since the 2020-10-29 test. The mileage accumulation is particularly concerning given the vehicle's age. The 2012 model is approximately 14 years old, yet the vehicle has accumulated roughly 8,460 miles per year. This rate is typical for its age but is not sustainable without regular maintenance; the gap between the 2020-10-29 test and the current date indicates that the vehicle has not been driven for a full year. This lack of annual service suggests that the vehicle has been in a state of disrepair, where wear on critical components like the suspension and brakes may have accelerated without intervention. Given the failure on the 2020-10-29 test, a buyer should inspect the vehicle in person for signs of structural rust, excessive corrosion, or binding calipers. The lack of a MOT record from the 2012-09-11 test further complicates the assessment, as the vehicle has not been tested since the 2012-09-11 test. This gap means that the vehicle may have been driven for less than a year, which could indicate that the vehicle has been used for a short period and has not yet developed the wear patterns associated with a longer service interval.