2012 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · DS62 GCU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent MOT test in June 2025 at 87,327 miles passed despite advisories for a front oil leak and a perished offside rear tyre. While the car has cleared its tests, the failure in December 2022 regarding corroded brake pipes and defective wipers suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they threaten an MOT pass result. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year over its fourteen-year life. There is a significant gap in recorded mileage between December 2021 (85,902 miles) and December 2022 (86,539 miles), where only 637 miles were driven in a year. This period of inactivity often leads to the degradation of rubber components, which explains the cracking and perishing of the rear tyre noted in the 2025 inspection. A buyer must prioritise an inspection of the braking system, as the record flagged excessive corrosion on both rear brake pipes in 2022 and pitted rear brake discs during the same period. Although the pipes were seemingly repaired to pass the test, the tester should check for further structural rust or weeping around the hydraulic lines. The persistent front oil leak has existed since at least 2022 and remains present in 2025, indicating a slow seal or gasket failure that will eventually require professional intervention to prevent engine damage.