2005 Vauxhall Astra 1.9L Diesel · DU55 NME

The 2024‑08‑22 MOT at 118,822 miles resulted in a failure, confirming that the Vauxhall Astra is presently not roadworthy. Repeated breaches of the same categories—brake binding, coil‑spring corrosion, brake‑disc wear and exhaust emission exceedance—show a persistent, worsening pattern rather than stabilisation. At 21 years old the vehicle has accumulated 118,822 miles, averaging 5,658 miles per year, which is low for its age; however the mileage record shows steady growth with only modest intervals of inactivity, such as the 855‑mile increase between August 2023 and August 2024 and a 971‑mile rise from August 2023 to August 2024. A buyer should therefore examine the rear coil springs and suspension bushes for corrosion and excessive play, inspect all four brake discs and pads for pitting, scoring and binding, verify the condition of the corroded brake hoses and the parking brake mechanism, and check the exhaust system for leaks and emission compliance; the headlamp aim, lens condition, windscreen wiper performance, battery mounting and registration plate legibility merit close attention.