2011 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · DS 8610
2011 Vauxhall Astra (1.7L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2011. Recorded mileage 130,114 miles. MOT valid until 11/10/2026. Taxed until 01/07/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/10/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/07/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,114 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 1686cc
DS 8610 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 13/10/2025
- 130,114 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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DS 8610 Mileage History
- 15/09/202194,429 mi
- 09/09/2022107,070 mi+12,641 mi
- 13/09/2023117,333 mi+10,263 mi
- 11/10/2024124,034 mi+6,701 mi
- 13/10/2025130,114 mi+6,080 mi
Average of roughly 8,752 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DS 8610 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Vauxhall Astra (DS 8610) between September 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
A reasonable budget option for those nee
Your primary focus should be the maintenance performed between October 2024 and October 2025. The 2024 MOT listed several advisories including worn rear brake discs, thin pads, worn suspension arm bushes, and a deteriorated anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover; check service invoices to confirm these parts were replaced.
As this is a 2011 diesel, verify the operational status of the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), especially if the car will be used for short city trips. Ensure the vehicle's emissions compliance matches your intended use, particularly if you drive in UK Clean Air Zones.
The 1.7L diesel engine is designed for efficiency, making it a cost-effective choice for high-mileage users. However, maintenance costs typically rise as a vehicle exceeds 130,000 miles, with a higher likelihood of needing suspension and braking system refreshes.
Annual costs will include diesel fuel, road tax based on the 2011 CO2 brackets, and insurance. Given the age and mileage, you should budget for more frequent wear-and-tear replacements than you would for a newer model.
Carefully inspect the rear braking system and suspension components. The 2024 MOT specifically flagged worn, pitted, or scored rear brake discs and worn suspension arm pins/bushes; while the 2025 test was clean, these are critical areas to verify for longevity.
Check all four tyres for uneven wear or perishing, as tyres are a top failure reason for this model and a specific advisory was noted for this vehicle in 2021. Finally, ensure the engine management light is fully functional, as this is a common failure point across the wider Astra dataset.
This grey 2011 Vauxhall Astra diesel has covered 130,114 miles, which is above the model's aggregate average. While it has passed all five recorded MOT tests, the October 2024 inspection highlighted multiple wear-and-tear issues regarding brakes and suspension. The most recent test in October 2025 was recorded with no defects.
The Vauxhall Astra has an aggregate MOT pass rate of 78.0%, with tyres being one of the most frequent causes of failure.
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