2011 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · AV61 NJX

The vehicle remains currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a slight shift toward mechanical wear in the most recent inspection. The MOT conducted in October 2025 at 126,007 miles introduced new advisories regarding an offside front oil leak and a deteriorated front registration plate. This marks a departure from the clean records seen in 2023 and 2024, suggesting that the vehicle is beginning to require more proactive maintenance as it ages. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a fifteen-year-old Astra, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per year. There is a significant gap in data between October 2022 at 71,580 miles and November 2023 at 119,608 miles, during which the car covered over 48,000 miles in just thirteen months. Since that peak period, usage has returned to a more typical rate of roughly 3,000 miles per year. This sudden burst of high mileage likely accelerated the wear on the drivetrain and suspension-related rubber components. A buyer must specifically investigate the offside front oil leak identified in the 2025 test to determine if it originates from a simple seal or a more costly gasket failure. The recurring mentions of windscreen damage and deteriorating registration plates across 2021 and 2025 indicate a history of neglecting minor cosmetic and secondary safety items. Given the high-mileage spike recorded in 2023, a physical inspection of the structural integrity of the rear arches and suspension bushes is essential, as these areas are common failure points on this model after heavy use.