2010 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · DP10 CXC

The 2010 Vauxhall Astra has a clean MOT history overall, with no defects recorded in its last three passed tests (2021, 2020, 2018). However, a failed MOT on 2019-05-09 at 74,731 miles is noted, though no defects were recorded for that failure. This creates ambiguity, as the same mileage later passed on 2019-05-10. The vehicle’s age (16 years) and low mileage (85,139 miles) suggest it has been driven sparingly, averaging 5,321 miles annually. This could indicate light use or extended periods of inactivity, which may affect components like the battery, fluids, and seals. The MOT trend shows no recurring defects in passed tests, but the 2019 failure without recorded issues raises questions. While the vehicle has not shown safety-critical problems in recent years, the low mileage may mask wear in systems prone to degradation over time, such as rubber components or electrical systems. The lack of defects in the last three MOTs (2021–2018) suggests stability, but the 2019 failure remains unexplained. Buyers should assess whether the vehicle has been regularly maintained, as low mileage does not always correlate with mechanical health. The mileage relative to age is below average, which could mean the car has been stored for long periods.