2014 Vauxhall Astra 2.0L Diesel · DC12 ANK

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 14 October 2025 at 76,709 miles, which indicates a stable maintenance trend. While the car required a retest in October 2024 to rectify lighting failures and tyre wear, the most recent inspection resulted in a clean pass with no recorded defects or advisories. This suggests that the previous owner addressed the identified maintenance gaps effectively, bringing the vehicle up to a reliable standard for its current age. The recorded mileage of 76,709 over twelve years averages approximately 6,392 miles per annum, which sits well within the expected range for this model. The accumulation of miles has remained consistent across the provided history, with roughly 8,000 miles added between the 2024 and 2025 tests. This steady usage pattern is generally preferable to long periods of inactivity, as it suggests the mechanical components have been kept in regular operation rather than suffering from the stasis-related issues often seen in low-mileage examples. Prospective buyers should prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension, specifically the shock absorbers, as light misting was noted in the 2022, 2024, and 2025 test cycles. While misting is often considered a minor observation, consistent flagging warrants a check for active leaks or damping efficiency loss. Furthermore, the history of tyre wear on the inner edges suggests a potential need for a four-wheel alignment check to prevent premature replacement of future sets. Given the previous mention of fuel pipe corrosion in 2022, a thorough visual check of the undercarriage for any signs of worsening structural or fuel line degradation is recommended to ensure long-term reliability.