2013 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · DS63 LRU

The vehicle presents a borderline roadworthiness status, as the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent recorded test in August 2022 at 91,249 miles resulted in a pass following a failure just eight miles prior. Since no MOT has been recorded for nearly four years, the current roadworthy state of the vehicle is unknown and likely carries a high risk of age-related failures or component degradation since the last official inspection. The recorded mileage of 91,249 miles over 13 years averages to approximately 7,000 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage for a car of this age. There is a notable gap in data between the December 2020 test at 77,999 miles and the August 2022 test, where the vehicle covered over 13,000 miles in twenty months. This suggests periods of higher use which can lead to the degradation of rubber components and seized hardware despite relatively low annual mileage. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the rear suspension and braking system due to recurring failures. The August 2021 failure flagged excessively worn rear suspension arm bushes, while the 2022 failure revealed both fractured rear coil springs and critically thin brake pads. These issues indicate the rear assembly is reaching the end of its service life. The repeated mention of tyres worn to the limit in 2022 suggests the previous owner frequently neglected basic consumable maintenance until prompted by a failure. Given the four-year lapse in MOT records relative to the current date, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the chassis and exhaust system is mandatory. The buyer should also verify that the replacement coil springs were fitted correctly and check the current suspension bushes for further tearing. The lack of a recent test means any underlying mechanical faults in the drivetrain or steering system remain entirely unverified, representing a significant risk for a prospective purchaser.