2016 Vauxhall Astra 1.0L Petrol · DP66 ADX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent inspection on 17 January 2026 at 82,713 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car consistently achieves clean passes following immediate failures in both 2024 and 2026. The fact that the vehicle passed tests immediately after failing suggests the previous owner was proactive in addressing any non-compliance issues to ensure the car remained legal for the road. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,200 miles per year. Between January 2024 at 69,721 miles and January 2025 at 75,775 miles, the Astra covered 5,954 miles, showing a slightly lower than average usage before the 6,938 miles recorded leading into the January 2026 test. This steady usage suggests regular operation, which often helps prevent premature degradation of mechanical components like brake seals and sensors from long stationary periods. A buyer should focus on the specific areas that caused the failures in 2024 and 2026, although the provided data does not detail the exact nature of those defects. Given the age and mileage, a physical inspection should prioritize the condition of the suspension bushes and control arm bolts, which are common points of failure on this model. The buyer should also check for surface corrosion on the exhaust system and the structural integrity of the rear arches to ensure no hidden rust is developing despite the clean MOT results.