2017 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · BN17 WBF

The Vauxhall Astra’s most recent MOT test occurred on 3 July 2025, where it passed without any recorded defects. This suggests the vehicle remains roadworthy under current MOT standards, though the test date is now over a year out—nearly 16,000 miles beyond the 12-month threshold. The absence of advisories or repeated failures in recent tests indicates no obvious recurring mechanical issues, but the lack of defects does not preclude underlying wear that hasn’t yet triggered MOT failure criteria. The test history shows no progressive deterioration, yet the vehicle’s age and mileage demand closer scrutiny of high-wear components. The recorded mileage of 119,567 miles over nine years equates to approximately 13,285 miles annually, which is unusually high for a vehicle of this age. This suggests either consistent heavy use or prolonged periods of inactivity followed by rapid mileage accumulation. The most recent significant mileage jump appears between the 2023 and 2024 tests, where the vehicle covered roughly 20,000 miles in under a year. While this doesn’t inherently signal mechanical distress, it does imply accelerated wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake components—areas that typically degrade faster under such mileage. The sparse MOT history also raises questions about whether intermediate servicing was conducted, as no advisory notes or partial failures are documented. Given the high mileage and the absence of MOT advisories, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension system, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which are prone to fatigue at this mileage. The brakes warrant close examination for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion on the discs and pads, especially if the vehicle has been exposed to moisture. Structural integrity should also be assessed, focusing on the wheel arches, sills, and underbody for signs of corrosion, as rust can compromise the chassis over time. The lack of recorded advisories does not guarantee these areas are sound, but it does indicate they have not yet failed MOT inspection criteria.