2014 Vauxhall Astra 2.0L Diesel · DS14 ACZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, showing a stable maintenance trend despite intermittent testing failures. The most recent test on 28 January 2026 at 110,176 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a failure just 21 miles earlier at 110,155 miles. This suggests the owner is proactive in rectifying immediate issues to ensure compliance, maintaining a vehicle that meets basic legal safety standards. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,181 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 12,460 miles covered between February 2024 and February 2025, followed by a more rapid accumulation of 25,714 miles in the eleven months leading up to January 2026. This recent surge in usage indicates a shift toward heavier annual mileage, which typically accelerates wear on consumable components such as brake pads, tyres, and suspension bushings compared to previous years of lower operation. While the record shows recent clean passes, the failures in February 2024 and January 2026 indicate the vehicle requires mechanical attention to pass inspection. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the suspension geometry for play in the control arms and links, which are common failure points on this model. Given the age and recent high mileage accumulation, a close check for corrosion on the exhaust system and the condition of the shock absorbers is essential to ensure the vehicle can handle the increased demands of its current usage pattern.