2012 Vauxhall Astra 2.0L Diesel · CV62 CDX

The vehicle shows a concerning and worsening maintenance trend, despite passing its most recent MOT on 24 January 2026 at 77,987 miles. While the latest certificate shows no defects, the failure recorded just ten days prior on 14 January 2026 indicates significant recent mechanical and structural issues. The tester flagged a leaking fuel filter, an inoperative offside parking brake, and, most critically, excessive corrosion on the nearside and offside rear sill mounting areas which reduced structural strength. This pattern of serious structural degradation suggests the vehicle's integrity has been compromised recently. The mileage history presents a significant anomaly. The record shows 172,564 miles in January 2025, yet the January 2026 test recorded only 77,987 miles. This represents a massive discrepancy of nearly 95,000 miles in a single year, which is physically impossible for standard road use and suggests either a major clerical error in the recorded mileage or a complete replacement of the vehicle's identity. Prior to this, the car averaged roughly 15,000 to 20,000 miles per year between 2017 and 2025, which is typical for the age, but the recent drop to 77,987 miles invalidates the historical mileage context. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and sills. The January 2026 failure for structural corrosion on the rear mounting areas is a high-risk item that requires verification of the quality of any recent welding or repairs. The history also shows recurring issues with braking systems, including binding rear brakes in 2023 and 2024, and a corroded brake pipe in January 2025. Given the reported fuel filter leak and the ABS fault in early 2025, a full inspection of the fuel system, braking hydraulics, and electronic sensor integrity is essential. Finally, the frequent advisories and failures regarding tyre tread depth and worn edges between 2017 and 2022 suggest a history of deferred consumable maintenance. While the most recent test was clean, the extreme fluctuation in mileage and the recent structural corrosion findings mean this vehicle requires a professional mechanical appraisal before purchase to ensure the reported repairs were permanent and the structural integrity is sound.