2006 Vauxhall Astra 1.9L Diesel · KS56 ACY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having maintained a clean MOT record for the last three years. The most recent test conducted in December 2025 at 138,691 miles passed with no defects recorded, following a string of consecutive clean passes in 2024, 2023, and 2022. This suggests that the previous owners have proactively addressed mechanical requirements before they reached a failure threshold, resulting in a consistent trend of successful annual inspections. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a twenty-year-old Astra, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. Between November 2022 and December 2025, the car covered 18,284 miles, representing a steady usage rate of roughly 6,000 miles annually. This regular use is often beneficial for older vehicles as it prevents seals from drying out and components from seizing due to long periods of inactivity. The single failure recorded in late November 2022 was immediately followed by a pass the following day, indicating a minor issue that was rectified quickly without impacting the vehicle's overall reliability. Despite the clean recent history, a buyer must perform a physical inspection of the chassis and suspension components due to the vehicle's age. Older Vauxhall models of this era are prone to corrosion on the sills and rear mounting points, which may not always be flagged until they become significant. Check the rubber bushings on the wish arms and shock absorber mounts, as these components often perish over time regardless of low mileage. Since the record shows no recent advisories for brakes or tyres, checking for caliper leaks or thinning discs will ensure the vehicle remains in the good condition as the digital history suggests.