2017 Vauxhall Astra 1.0L Petrol · DN17 AAV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a reactive pattern of repair rather than proactive prevention. The most recent test in October 2025 at 65,086 miles showed the car passing after failing on an insecure exhaust heat shield and tyres with exposed cords. While the vehicle passed, the presence of new advisories for a nearside front suspension ball joint with play and perishing tyres indicates that components are being monitored until failure or only addressed once they reach a point of concern. The mileage profile is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 33,796 miles in October 2020 to 65,086 miles in October 2025. This low annual mileage suggests the car has not seen heavy use, which explains the recurring issues with age-related degradation such as cracking and perishing on rubber components. These issues are typical for vehicles that sit for longer periods rather than those that suffer from high distance-based wear. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the front suspension, as the nearside front ball joint has been flagged for play in the latest test and was a failure point in previous years. The braking system shows a chronic history of pitted and scored discs with thin pads, dating back to 2020. While these have likely been replaced following various failures, the current advisory for worn discs on the nearside rear and offside front suggests another cycle of surface corrosion or heat wear. The condition of the tyres is a recurring concern across the record, with multiple failures for low tread, structural damage, and perishing. The 2024 failure for a structural bulge on the offside front tyre is particularly significant as it indicated a high risk of blowout. Any prospective buyer should also check the underbody for corrosion, as the 2023 test noted that engine and underbody covers were obscuring the tester's view, which can hide structural rust.