2009 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · CV59 DFN

The Vauxhall Astra presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 21 August 2025 at 132,524 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the three prior successful annual tests show no advisories or recurring faults. The single failure on 29 August 2023 at 117,268 miles was overturned the next day with a clean pass at 117,269 miles, indicating a minor administrative or retest correction rather than a mechanical defect. Annual mileage sits at roughly 7,800 miles, typical for a 17-year-old vehicle. The records show steady accumulation: 108,867 miles in August 2022, 117,269 by August 2023, 125,263 by August 2024, and 132,524 by August 2025. No gaps or sudden jumps appear in the sequence. The clean sheet across all tests suggests the previous owner kept basic consumables and structural items within test limits, though the absence of advisories means worn suspension bushes or corroding brake discs were either absent or not flagged. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection beneath the car. MOT passes with zero advisories on a 2009 model do not confirm the condition of coil springs, subframe corrosion, or exhaust hangers. At 132,524 miles the original dampers and steering joints may be nearing the end of service life even if they passed. Check the brake disc thickness and caliper operation during a road test, and inspect door sills and suspension mounting points for rust. The history implies competent upkeep, but no test since 2022 has flagged anything for monitoring, so unseen wear remains a possibility on a vehicle of this age.