2009 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · DA59 VUU

The 2009 Vauxhall Astra presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 11 November 2025 at 146,878 miles passed with no defects recorded, and the three preceding annual tests also returned clean passes. The only blemish is a failed test on 23 October 2023 at 134,545 miles, reversed the next day with a pass at 134,547 miles and no defects logged on either entry, indicating a clerical or presentation issue rather than a mechanical fault. Mileage sits at 146,878 as of the last test, averaging roughly 8,640 miles per year across its 17 years, which is typical for the age. The record shows steady annual use: 128,479 miles in October 2022, 134,547 in October 2023, 138,111 in October 2024, and 146,878 in November 2025. Annual increments of 6,000 to 8,700 miles show no rapid accumulation or long dormant periods. The sparse five-entry history with no advisories suggests basic annual upkeep was maintained but offers little depth on component condition. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the vehicle's age and mileage. The clean MOT trail means no corrosion, exhaust emissions, or structural integrity concerns were flagged by testers, yet 17-year-old Vauxhalls commonly develop subframe rust and worn trailing arm bushes unseen in a pass-only record. Verify the 23 October 2023 failure cause at the testing station, as the zero-defect failure entry is irregular. Check tyre tread depth and wiper blades for consumable wear, and confirm the odometer reading matches the 146,878-mile log to rule out recording discrepancies.