2011 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · BM61 MVM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in March 2026 at 70,079 miles, it failed earlier that day due to a split CV boot, excessive tyre wear, and incorrect headlamp alignment. The persistence of a non-excessive oil leak across every test since 2024 suggests a chronic issue that the previous owners have chosen to monitor rather than rectify. At 15 years old, the recorded 70,079 miles represent low usage, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. The mileage remains consistent, with 5,690 miles covered between the April 2024 and April 2025 tests, and another 4,800 miles leading into March 2026. However, low mileage often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components, which is evidenced by the severely deteriorated nearside drive shaft boot and the exhaust leak despite the low mechanical strain. A buyer must inspect the nearside front drive shaft specifically, as the CV boot has progressed from severely deteriorated in 2025 to a split in 2026, indicating a failure to replace a cheap component. The offside front tyre shows uneven inner wear, which typically points to an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that require immediate investigation to prevent further premature damage. Additionally, the offside rear brake pads were at the critical limit in 2025, so a physical check of the remaining friction material is necessary to ensure they have been replaced since.