2010 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · DA10 GYH

The vehicle shows a recent history of instability regarding basic maintenance and mechanical upkeep. While the December 2023 test at 93,949 miles resulted in a pass, this followed two consecutive failures on 12 and 13 December 2023. These failures highlighted significant neglect, including multiple non-functional lamps, incorrect tyre sizing on the same axle, and a missing offside drive shaft constant velocity boot. The transition from multiple failures to a clean pass within 24 hours suggests reactive repairs rather than proactive maintenance. The recorded mileage of 93,949 miles over a 16-year lifespan averages approximately 5,872 miles per year. This low annual usage is consistent with the data, showing a significant 18,266-mile gap between the December 2022 test at 75,683 miles and the December 2023 tests. Such long periods of lower usage can sometimes lead to component degradation, such as the light oil misting on the offside rear shock absorbers noted in December 2022 or the brake pitting seen in December 2021. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the drivetrain and suspension components. The repeated issues with the offside drive shaft CV boot in December 2023 and the previous advisory for shock absorber misting indicate that rubber components and dampers may be reaching the end of their service life. The tester also flagged parking brake efficiency below requirements in December 2023, so a manual test of the handbrake hold and an inspection of the rear brake discs and pads is essential. The history of tyre-related failures, including mismatched sizes on the same axle and tyres worn to the legal limit, suggests a pattern of deferred consumable maintenance. You should check the current tread depth and age of all four tyres to ensure they meet legal standards and are correctly matched. Given the recurring electrical failures involving indicators and stop lamps, a full check of the lighting circuits and bulb housings is also recommended to ensure no underlying wiring issues exist.