2006 Vauxhall Astra 1.9L Diesel · KJ06 BDY

The vehicle cleared the 28 July 2026 MOT at 79,215 miles, recording only advisory items – near‑side rear tyre close to the legal limit, a defective rear‑exhaust mounting, and a central front oil leak that is not excessive. The pattern of passes since the 30 March 2022 failure shows a return to consistent passing results, indicating a stabilising maintenance trend rather than a worsening one. Across twenty years the Astra has accumulated 79,215 miles, averaging roughly 3,960 miles per year – well below the typical usage for a vehicle of this age. Mileage rose from 70,730 miles on 12 April 2024 to 78,379 miles on 18 August 2025, a gain of 7,649 miles in 16 months, then to 79,215 miles by 28 July 2026, a modest 836‑mile increase in eleven months. The record contains no large, unexplained jumps, suggesting regular, moderate use rather than periods of heavy mileage accumulation. A prospective buyer should focus on the recurring rear‑tyre wear, ensuring both tyres meet the 1.6 mm tread requirement and checking for uneven wear that might indicate suspension issues. The brake system warrants inspection of the rear inner discs, which have been flagged as pitted or scored on multiple occasions, and the brake pipes, which have shown corrosion and grease build‑up. The rear coil spring corrosion noted in 2022 and 2023, together with earlier lower‑suspension arm bush wear, calls for a visual check of suspension bushings, anti‑roll bar linkages and any signs of rust on mounting points. Finally, the persistent oil leak at the central front and the defective rear‑exhaust mounting observed in the latest test should be confirmed for severity, as they may point to ageing seals or mounting brackets that could require remedial work.