2014 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · DL14 TWC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent test history indicates a lapse in proactive maintenance. While the Astra passed its MOT in August 2025 at 67,606 miles, it had failed just one day prior due to an engine malfunction indicator light (MIL), a frayed offside rear seat belt, and an inoperative offside registration plate lamp. The presence of the MIL failure suggests the previous owner only addressed the faults necessary to pass the test rather than performing a comprehensive mechanical overhaul. At twelve years old, the car shows a low mileage profile, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. This low usage typically suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine, yet the data reveals a pattern of neglected consumables. Between January 2023 at 40,649 miles and August 2023 at 47,766 miles, the vehicle covered just 7,000 miles. During this period, the tester flagged multiple worn tyres and thin brake pads across both axles, indicating that components were being run to their limits despite the low driving intervals. A buyer must inspect the front suspension and wheel alignment, as the recurring 2023 advisories regarding tyres worn on the edges often point to tracking issues or worn bushes. The front brake discs were noted as pitted and scored in early 2023, so a physical check for minimum thickness and uneven wear is essential. Given the MIL failure in the August 2025 test, a diagnostic scan is mandatory to ensure no underlying engine management faults were simply cleared without being repaired, which could lead to future mechanical failure.