2014 Vauxhall Astra 2.0L Diesel · CU14 HRW

The Vauxhall Astra presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 5 December 2025 at 68,705 miles with zero defects recorded. The vehicle has consistently passed its MOT tests since 2023, indicating no recurring mechanical or structural faults. A failed test on 12 July 2024 at 64,932 miles stands out as an anomaly, as the record notes no defects for that specific failure. This suggests a procedural issue or an unrecorded major defect that was swiftly rectified, evidenced by a clean pass on the exact same date and mileage later that day. The mileage accumulation aligns with light usage, averaging roughly 5,725 miles per year over its twelve-year lifespan. Between the July 2023 test at 59,697 miles and the July 2024 test at 64,932 miles, the car covered 5,235 miles. The subsequent period from July 2024 to April 2025 saw a slower accumulation of 2,220 miles over nine months, followed by a mere 1,553 miles between April 2025 and December 2025. This declining mileage rate suggests the vehicle has spent extended periods stationary recently, a pattern that demands attention to fluid degradation and flat-spotted tyres. Despite the clean MOT record, the low annual mileage and recent stagnation warrant a thorough physical inspection. Prolonged standing can cause brake disc corrosion and binding calipers, so a test drive should assess for dragging brakes or pulling under braking. Suspension bushes and coil springs may have deteriorated through lack of use rather than wear, requiring a close visual check for perishing or cracking. Tyre age is critical; even with ample tread, rubber older than six years hardens and loses grip, so verifying the date codes on all four tyres is essential. Finally, inspect the exhaust system and underbody for surface rust, as short-trip driving traps moisture and accelerates corrosion on components that regular high-mileage use would typically keep clean.