1994 VAUXHALL ASTRAVAN1.7L DIESEL

The most recent MOT entry for this 1994 Vauxhall AstraVan is from 2005-10-12, when it had 165,660 miles and passed with no defects recorded. However, an earlier MOT on 2005-10-04—just eight days prior—showed multiple failures. These included improper headlamp aim (both front lamps) and excessive play in both front track rod end ball joints. The offside joint had slight play, while the nearside had more significant play. These issues would have affected steering stability and visibility, both critical safety concerns. The short interval between the failed and passed MOTs suggests the vehicle was likely repaired and retested quickly. However, no further MOT records exist after 2005, despite the vehicle being 32 years old in 2026. This 20-year gap raises serious questions about its current roadworthiness. Without recent inspections, there is no evidence to confirm whether the earlier issues were resolved permanently or if new defects have emerged. The vehicle’s mileage of 165,660 miles is unusually low for its age, averaging about 5,177 miles per year.