2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · AV07 BNJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of worsening mechanical wear and deferred repairs. While it passed its most recent test on 25 March 2026 at 94,576 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior due to critical safety defects including inoperative stop lamps, incorrect indicators, and a corroded front brake hose. The persistence of play in the steering rack joints and worn ball joints across multiple years suggests that components are only being addressed when they reach a point of failure rather than through preventative maintenance. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 94,576 is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. This low usage is consistent across the annual records, with the vehicle progressing from 85,521 miles in March 2023 to 94,576 miles by March 2026. However, low mileage on a vehicle of this age often correlates with degradation of rubber components and fluid seals, which is evident in the recurring reports of perished tyres and engine oil leaks. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the steering and suspension, as the record has consistently flagged play in the steering rack inner joints and worn ball joints since 2023. The braking system shows a history of escalating corrosion, with the tester noting corroded brake pipes in 2023 and 2025, and an excessively corroded brake hose ferrule causing the 2026 failure. The recurring exhaust flexi leak noted in 2024 and the persistent engine oil leak indicate that the vehicle's seals and gaskets are beginning to reach the end of their service life despite the low mileage.