2012 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · D7 CVV

The Vauxhall Astra currently fails the roadworthiness test. The most recent examination on 9 April 2026 at 191,894 miles returned a fail with no defects recorded, an administrative anomaly that leaves the car legally unroadworthy until cleared. Prior to this, the record shows a stable pass trend across four consecutive years with no advisories or faults logged, so the underlying condition appears to have held until the final entry. At 14 years old the car shows 191,894 miles, averaging roughly 13,707 miles per year, which is high for a 2012 hatchback and points to sustained daily use rather than occasional leisure driving. Mileage moved from 183,962 in May 2022 to 189,241 by May 2025, a modest 5,279 miles over three years, then jumped 2,653 miles in under twelve months to the 2026 fail. The clean pass sheet through 2022 to 2025 suggests the previous owner kept basic consumables within limits, though the sparse record hides no deeper inspection detail. A buyer must still verify the reason for the April 2026 failure with the testing station, since DVSA data lists no defects yet marks a fail. Until that is resolved the vehicle cannot be driven legally. Given the mileage, suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake disc wear should be physically checked for fatigue not captured in the bare pass entries. Structural corrosion around sills and subframes is worth a close look at this age and distance, as high annual use accelerates underbody deterioration. The absence of advisories across the record does not rule out hidden rust or impending mechanical wear, so a independent inspection of drivetrain and steering joints is advised before purchase.