2009 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · DS09 UOX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy; the most recent MOT on 19 May 2025 recorded a pass at 90 580 miles with no defects noted. This follows a clear improving trend after multiple failures between 2020 and 2022, indicating that previous issues such as brake disc weakening, exhaust leaks and lighting faults have been rectified to meet standards. The immediate re‑test and pass just two days after the earlier failure on 17 May 2025 demonstrates that the identified problems were resolved promptly. Mileage accumulation shows approximately 90 580 miles over roughly 17 years, averaging about 5 300 miles per year—a low figure for a 2009 model. MOT records remain annual up to May 2025, then a gap of some 14 months to the present date of 29 July 2026, meaning the latest test is just over a year old. The modest annual mileage suggests lighter use or extended periods of storage, which can affect tyre condition and fluid stability if the car has been stationary for long intervals. A prospective buyer should inspect the front tyres for the cracking noted in the May 2025 failure and verify tread depth against legal limits, examine rear tyres for the recurring wear close to the legal limit, and assess brake discs for any signs of weakening or scoring. Brake pads should be checked for thin wear as recorded in 2019‑2020, and the ABS warning lamp must be tested for proper operation. The exhaust system requires a visual check for major flexi‑pipe leaks, while the horn, headlamp aim, position lamps, main‑beam and stop lamps need functional verification. Finally, the registration plate should be confirmed legible and the rear shock absorber inspected for oil mist, with a thorough check for any oil leaks that appeared in the 2016 test.