2006 VAUXHALL ASTRA1.8L Petrol

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, showing a consistent pass record over the last three years. The most recent test in July 2025 at 80,066 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum legal safety standards. This follows a period of clean passes in 2022 and 2024, suggesting that the owner has maintained the vehicle to a standard that avoids major or recurring mechanical failures. The mileage pattern is notably low for a twenty-year-old Astra, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per annum. Between April 2022 and July 2024, the vehicle covered only 2,141 miles, which indicates either infrequent use or long periods of storage. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it often increases the risk of degradation in rubber components and the seizing of brake components. The single failure in July 2023 at 79,310 miles appears to be an isolated incident that was rectified immediately, given the subsequent pass. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as low-mileage vehicles parked for long periods are susceptible to accelerated corrosion in hidden areas. Inspect the rear wheel arches, sills, and brake lines for surface rust that the MOT tester might overlook. Given the low usage, verify the condition of the tyres for perished sidewalls and check the brake discs for heavy pitting or glazing, which frequently occur when a vehicle sits stationary for extended periods.