2002 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · DG02 AHD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on its most recent recorded history. The test on 15 March 2022 at 162,993 miles returned a clean pass with no recorded defects, indicating the car was in a sound mechanical state at that time. However, because over four years have passed since this official inspection, the current roadworthiness of the vehicle is entirely unverified. The significant gap in testing creates a high risk that rubber component degradation or corrosion has progressed without professional oversight. The mileage pattern is consistent with low-average annual usage, averaging approximately 6,791 miles per year over its twenty-four year life. The data shows a steady progression of 7,239 miles between July 2019 and February 2021, and another 7,542 miles between February 2021 and March 2022. This consistent usage suggests the vehicle was not subjected to extreme high-mileage stress, though the age of the Astra means that age-related perishables and structural oxidation are primary concerns rather than the relatively low mileage on the odometer. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the structural integrity and suspension components, given the vehicle's age. While the MOT records from 2019 and 2021 show failures that were rectified immediately, the lack of advisories in the final test does not negate the likelihood of surface rust on the sills, floor pans, and wheel arches, or the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs. Since the last test was four years ago, the state of the brake lines and hydraulic fluid levels should also be examined to ensure no significant corrosion or leaks has occurred during the period of inactivity or low use.