VAUXHALL ASTRA2002 · 1.6L PETROL

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile due to a complete lack of MOT testing data for the past eleven years. The last recorded test in July 2015 at 111,444 miles showed a pass, but the absence of any inspections up to 2026 means the current mechanical and structural integrity is entirely unknown. While the trend prior to 2015 showed recurring minor suspension issues, the decade gap in documentation renders the historical maintenance data obsolete. The recorded mileage of 111,444 miles over 24 years reflects a low annual average of approximately 4,644 miles per year. While low mileage often suggests less wear on the drivetrain, the significant gap between the 2015 test and the current date suggests the car may have sat for long periods or been used infrequently. Long-term storage of a vehicle of this age frequently leads to perished rubber seals, seized brake calipers, and the degradation of rubber components such as brake lines, suspension bushings, and tyre sidewalls, regardless of the low mileage shown on the odometer. A physical inspection must prioritize the recurring suspension faults identified in the earlier records. The tester repeatedly flagged movement in both the nearside and offside front Macpherson struts between 2013 and 2015, indicating a persistent failure to address worn strut mounts or bearings. The previous history of corrosion on the offside rear brake pipe noted in 2014 and 2015 requires a thorough check for current structural thinning or fluid leaks, which can accelerate when a vehicle sits stationary. Given the age and the history of cracking tyre treads noted in 2013 and 2014, the current tyres must be inspected for dry rot and flat spotting. The exhaust system also requires an assessment for structural rust or leaks, as a minor leak was already present as back as 2013. Without a recent MOT to verify the state of the chassis and braking system, the vehicle carries high risk of hidden mechanical failure and safety-related defects.