2002 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · CP02 HTU

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent recorded data, with the last test passing in October 2021 at 119,113 miles. While the car passed without defects at that time, the record is now nearly five years lapsed. This significant gap in testing means the current mechanical state and structural integrity of the vehicle remains unverified and likely falls out of compliance with safety standards. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a twenty-four-year-old Astra, averaging under 5,000 miles per annum. Data shows a period of inactivity between December 2017 and October 2020, where the car covered only 28 miles in nearly three years. The subsequent increase of 778 miles between 2020 and 2021 suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods. While low mileage often reduces engine-related wear, it frequently leads to the degradation of rubber components, seals, and brake systems due to lack of use. A physical inspection must focus on the structural integrity of the lower sills, given that sill covers were fitted prior to the 2021 test. This indicates that previous corrosion was present and addressed with cosmetic or structural repairs, which require a close check for bubbling paint or fresh-metal fraying. The 2016 failure for a worn rear coil spring suggests a need to inspect the entire suspension for age-related fatigue. Given the long stationary periods, check for seized brake calipers, perished rubber hoses, and fluid leaks that are common in low-mileage vehicles of this age.