2004 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · DU04 UUD

The most recent official MOT, conducted on 5 January 2022 at 169,046 miles, recorded a fail with no specific defects noted, meaning the Vauxhall Astra was not judged roadworthy at that time. Since that date, no further MOT entries have been logged up to 27 July 2026, leaving the maintenance trend indeterminate but suggesting a lack of recent inspection that could mask developing faults. The vehicle is 22 years old and has accumulated roughly 7,700 miles per year, a rate consistent with typical usage for its age. The mileage at the 2022 test represents about 7,700 miles per year, and the four‑year interval since then implies an additional 30,000 miles may have been added, though the record provides no confirmation of this accumulation. A buyer should therefore focus on the components that were not detailed in the 2022 test but are known to degrade on high‑mileage Astra models: suspension bushes and coil springs for wear or cracking, rear brake calipers and discs for binding or corrosion, and the chassis for structural rust, especially around the wheel arches and sills. Examination of tyre tread depth, wiper blade condition, and exhaust emission levels is also advisable, as these consumables often reveal neglect of basic upkeep. Because the last formal assessment was over four years ago, a comprehensive, hands‑on inspection covering brakes, suspension, structural integrity and corrosion is essential before purchase, as the absence of recorded defects does not guarantee current condition.