2016 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Diesel · DT16 WLL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in June 2026 at 166,097 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend shows recent improvement following a significant failure in August 2025. While the latest test indicates a clean bill, the previous history reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance where components are only addressed once they reach critical failure thresholds rather than serviced proactively. At ten years old, this Astra has clocked high mileage for its age, averaging approximately 16,600 miles per year. Between September 2024 and August 2025, the vehicle covered 14,537 miles in just eleven months, indicating consistent and heavy use. This high annual mileage places accelerated stress on wear items and suspension assemblies, as evidenced by the rapid degradation of the braking system and tyres observed across the 14,000-mile interval between those two tests. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension geometry, as the 2024 test flagged play in the nearside front arm ball joint. The braking system shows a recurring issue; the 2025 failure occurred because front discs were significantly worn and pads dropped below 1.5mm, following advisories for pitted and scored discs in the previous year. You must check for uneven pad wear or binding calipers, as the history suggests the owner allows components to reach the limit of their operational life. The 2023 record noted corrosion on the inner faces of the rear discs, which is common for vehicles that operate in damp environments or see long journeys. Given the high mileage and the history of thin brake components, a thorough check of the remaining rubber suspension bushes and the exhaust system is essential. While the June 2026 pass is clean, the data suggests the vehicle is likely nearing another cycle of significant consumable replacement for suspension and braking hardware.