2011 Vauxhall Astra 2.0L Diesel · DP11 KWB

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent test, conducted in February 2023 at 108,800 miles, identified a minor oil leak that did not meet the threshold for a failure. This represents a slight deviation from the clean records seen between 2019 and 2021, suggesting that while the vehicle remains sound, components are beginning to show signs of age. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a car of this age, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. Between April 2019 at 84,647 miles and February 2023 at 108,800 miles, the car covered roughly 24,000 miles. This steady accumulation suggests regular use rather than long periods of stagnation which can degrade seals. However, because the last MOT was performed over three years ago as of June 2026, the current mechanical state and emissions compliance of the vehicle cannot be verified solely through historical data. A buyer should specifically inspect the engine bay for the oil leak noted in the 2023 record to determine if it is a minor gasket seep or a more significant seal failure. Given the previously offside rear seat belt damage in 2022, the mechanical integrity of the buckle mechanism should be verified. Considering the vehicle's age and mileage, a thorough inspection of the chassis for structural corrosion and checking the suspension bushes is essential, as these are common points of failure on the Astra at this mileage interval.