2012 Vauxhall Astra 2.0L Diesel · CY62 AEP

The Vauxhall Astra presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 8 March 2025 at 183,259 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing a clean run of annual examinations since early 2022. The recorded mileage stands at 183,259 against a 2012 build, averaging roughly 13,090 miles per year, which is high for the age and points to sustained daily use rather than light motoring. Between the 11 February 2022 test at 149,310 miles and the 8 February 2024 pass at 176,719 miles the car covered about 27,400 miles, a normal spread. A single failure on 1 February 2023 at 164,744 miles was logged with no defects cited, then a pass followed a week later on 8 February 2023 at 165,112 miles; this suggests an administrative or presentation issue at the first attempt rather than a mechanical fault. The sparse record shows no advisories across five years. With no advisories or recorded defects, the MOT history gives no direct signal of worn suspension bushes, corroded structure, or failing brakes. The high mileage means consumable items such as brake discs, coil springs, and exhaust components will have seen heavy cycling despite passing tests. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of subframe corrosion, suspension arm condition, and brake caliper operation, as the DVSA test captures only the test-day state. Previous keepers appear to have maintained the vehicle to a basic pass standard without neglect flags. The clean sheet offers reassurance, but at 183,259 miles the margin for undetected wear is narrow and a pre-purchase mechanical check remains prudent.