VAUXHALL ASTRA2015 · 1.4L Petrol

This Vauxhall Astra presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 24 October 2025 at 86,930 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes over several years, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in a condition that meets minimum legal standards without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage pattern is unusually static for a vehicle of this age. Between the November 2022 test at 85,619 miles and the October 2025 test at 86,930 miles, the car covered only 1,311 miles over nearly three years. This represents a significant drop from the overall average of 7,903 miles per year. Such low recent usage suggests the car has spent extended periods standing, which often introduces different risks than high-mileage wear. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of components prone to degradation during periods of inactivity. While the MOT record shows no failures for brake discs or calipers, cars that sit idle often suffer from binding calipers or surface corrosion on the brake discs. Check the tyres for flat spots or perishing due to age rather than tread wear. Inspect the battery health and fluid levels, as low-use vehicles frequently experience premature battery failure and moisture buildup in the oil. Given the lack of recorded advisories regarding suspension bushes or structural corrosion, the chassis likely remains sound, but a manual check for seized suspension components is advisable given the recent lack of mileage.