2016 Vauxhall Astra GTC Limited ED Turbo S/S 1.4L Petrol · CYZ 1345

The 2016 Vauxhall Astra GTC presents a stable and currently sound mechanical condition, evidenced by a clean pass recorded on 1 October 2025 at 61,742 miles. Relative to today's date, this certificate remains valid for another three months, providing a solid baseline for its current roadworthiness. The maintenance trend over the past two years shows no deterioration, with consecutive passes in August 2024 and October 2025 yielding zero defects. A failed test on 3 February 2023 at 53,441 miles interrupted an otherwise clean record, but the vehicle passed just over a month later on 8 March 2023 at 53,490 miles with no defects noted. This indicates the prior owner promptly rectified the fault, and the subsequent two years of flawless testing suggest a resolving and now stable maintenance pattern. Covering roughly 6,174 miles annually, this Astra has lived a relatively sedate life for a ten-year-old vehicle. The mileage accumulation between the 2023 and 2024 tests shows a moderate increase of approximately 6,285 miles over 17 months. The recent interval between the 2024 and 2025 tests reveals a significant drop in usage, with only 1,967 miles covered in just under 14 months. Such low recent mileage raises the possibility of extended periods standing still, which can cause flat-spotting on tyres or sticking brake components, even though the official record remains entirely clean. Despite the pristine MOT history, the sudden drop in annual mileage warrants a physical inspection of consumables and rubber components. Check the tyre sidewalls for perishing and the tread for uneven wear, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from cracking long before the tread wears down. Inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion and ensure the calipers are not binding, a common issue when a car sits stationary for extended periods. Examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, as infrequent use can sometimes accelerate rubber degradation. While the structural integrity appears sound based on the lack of corrosion advisories in recent years, a thorough underside inspection remains prudent to confirm the chassis and exhaust system have not suffered from standing idle.