2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · PF57 AAZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the history reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. The most recent test in October 2022 at 104,651 miles resulted in no defects, suggesting the car was in good mechanical order at that time. However, the vehicle has not undergone an MOT in nearly four years, which is a significant concern for a car of this age and leaves the current state of rubber components and fluid-related systems unverified. At 104,651 miles over 19 years, the Astra has covered relatively low mileage, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual usage, with increments of roughly 4,000 to 7,000 miles recorded between 2013 and 2022. While low mileage generally implies less wear on the engine and drivetrain, the long gap in recorded data between the October 2022 test and the current date of July 2026 suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for extended periods, which often leads to perished rubber parts. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the suspension and tyres, as the record shows recurring issues in these areas. The 2021 failure highlighted a fractured offside front coil spring and worn tyres, while the 2018 test identified worn front suspension bushes on both sides. The repeated mention of inner-edge tyre wear in 2019 and 2020 indicates a persistent alignment issue that may not been fully rectified. Check for sidewall cracking and uneven wear, similar to the defects noted in 2017 and 2021. The history also notes a previous major exhaust leak in 2019 that prevented an emissions test. Although the car passed subsequent tests, the buyer should inspect the exhaust manifold and flexible sections for corrosion or signs of poor-quality previous repairs. Given the vehicle's age and the lack of a recent MOT record, a thorough check of the structural integrity and brake system performance is essential to ensure no hidden corrosion has developed during the recent period of inactivity.