VAUXHALL ASTRA2010 · 1.6L Petrol

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean record following a minor mechanical setback. The most recent inspection conducted in August 2025 at 79,274 miles resulted in a pass with no defects orories, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. While a failure occurred briefly in August 2024, the immediate successful retest just five miles later suggests the owner was proactive in addressing the identified fault to maintain road legality. The mileage pattern is notably low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. Between August 2022 and August 2025, the car covered 16,544 miles, showing a consistent and low-intensity usage pattern. This rate typically implies less mechanical strain on the drivetrain and engine components compared to high-mileage counterparts. However, low-mileage vehicles of this age can suffer from secondary issues such as the degradation of rubber-based components or seizing of brake components due to stationary periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the sills and rear suspension mounting, as Astra models from this era are prone to corrosion over time. Despite the clean MOT history, the low mileage necessitates a check for perished suspension bushes and cracked tyre sidewalls that show age-related wear beyond wear. Examine the brake discs for surface pitting or rust, as infrequent use often leads to uneven oxidation that affects braking performance.