2004 Vauxhall Astravan 2.0L Diesel · LB53 AAZ

The Vauxhall Astravan passed its most recent MOT on 10 December 2021 at 101,694 miles with no defects recorded, indicating a stable roadworthiness trend at the close of the available history. The vehicle showed no recurring advisories or mechanical faults across the five tests between 2019 and 2021. The maintenance record appears clean, with no worsening conditions flagged by testers. The mileage pattern reflects light use for a 2004 vehicle. It covered 83,384 miles by 17 December 2019, then 91,847 by 15 December 2020, and 101,694 by 10 December 2021. That equates to roughly 8,000 to 10,000 miles per year in this window, below the national average and consistent with the 4,622 miles per annum overall. The record shows two failed tests on 1 December 2021 and 15 December 2020, both at identical mileage to the passing retests on the same days, with no defects listed. This suggests administrative or presentation issues at the testing station rather than mechanical neglect by the owner. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection despite the clean sheet. Low annual mileage over 22 years often means long stationary periods, which accelerate perishable component degradation. Rubber suspension bushes, brake caliper seals, and tyres may have aged rather than worn. The absence of corrosion or structural integrity comments in the MOT is reassuring but does not exempt the underside from inspection. Given the twin same-day fail-pass pairs in December 2020 and December 2021, verify the V5C and full service history to confirm the odometer readings are genuine. The 101,694 figure has barely moved since the 2019 test relative to the vehicle's age, so check for clocking or a discontinued use period. Examine brake discs for pitting from inactivity and the exhaust system for internal rot not visible to MOT testers.