2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.9L Diesel · AP07 VMJ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the history shows a pattern of immediate failures followed by passes. The most recent test in December 2021 at 102,707 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating the car was in a sound mechanical state at that time. This followed a failure just two days prior at 102,667 miles, which suggests the previous owner was motivated to rectify any non-compliance issues immediately to secure the roadworthiness certificate. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 19-year-old Astra, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per year. Between June 2019 and December 2021, the vehicle covered roughly 15,700 miles, suggesting consistent but light annual usage. However, there is a significant gap in the data as the last recorded test was in late 2021, over four years ago. This lack of recent official testing on a high-age vehicle often points to the degradation of rubber-based components, perished seals, or potential brake corrosion due to stationary periods, regardless of what the low odometer reading suggests. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and underbody, as older Astra models are prone to corrosion in the sills and rear wheel arches. Given the age and the low mileage, a thorough check of the suspension bushes and coil springs is essential, as these parts degrade over time rather than through mileage. The braking system should also be examined for binding calipers or pitted discs, as low-use vehicles frequently suffer from hydraulic seizing and surface rust on the friction surfaces.