2011 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · CK11 DZL

The vehicle failed its most recent MOT test on 2026-06-15 at 89,419 miles, presenting a comprehensive list of failures that indicates a significant and worsening deterioration in roadworthiness. This outcome follows a pattern of recurring faults, with the failure list expanding from primarily suspension and tyre issues in 2025 to include critical safety systems like brakes, lights, and fluid levels in 2026. The maintenance trend is clearly negative, with core mechanical components showing progressive neglect. The recorded mileage history is inconsistent and raises immediate concerns. The vehicle is 15 years old with an indicated 89,419 miles, suggesting low average annual use. However, the MOT record contains impossible mileage sequences: a test on 2025-05-27 shows a pass at 68,582 miles and a failure on the same date at 79,604 miles. This discrepancy of over 11,000 miles on a single day is a major red flag, pointing to potential odometer tampering, clerical error in the official record, or a fundamental lack of reliable documentation. The buyer must treat the entire mileage history as unreliable. A buyer must prioritise an in-person inspection focused on the recurring and now critical faults. The near-constant advisory and failure for corroded coil springs on all corners since 2024 suggests severe structural corrosion in the suspension mounting areas, which compromises handling and safety. The brake system requires urgent scrutiny: the 2026 test flagged binding rear brakes, thin rear pads, a corroded offside rear brake pipe, and a 23% imbalance, indicating caliper seizure, neglected maintenance, or both. The front tyres are repeatedly worn to the legal limit with edge wear, implying poor alignment or suspension geometry issues. Finally, the recent failures for multiple inoperative lights, a leaking exhaust, low coolant, and an oil leak must be verified as fully rectified, as these represent active safety risks and potential engine cooling issues.