2018 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Diesel · DV68 WLB

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, showing a stable maintenance trend following previous mechanical failures. The most recent test conducted in September 2025 at 77,463 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded, indicating that the owner addressed issues in prior years. While the history shows a pattern of immediate rectification after failures, the recent clean passes suggest the car is currently in a mechanically sound state regarding its safety components. The mileage profile is consistent with typical UK usage for this age, averaging approximately 9,700 miles per annum. Between September 2023 and September 2024, the Astra covered 14,325 miles, followed by another 7,885 miles in the year leading up to the latest test. This steady accumulation suggests regular use rather than long periods of standing, which is generally beneficial for engine seals, batteries, and brake components. The intervals between tests remain consistent, showing that the owner has adhered to the annual MOT requirement schedule. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the specific components that caused the failures in 2023 and 2024, as the provided summary does not list the exact technical reasons for those rejections. Since the vehicle failed twice consecutively before passing, a physical inspection should look for signs of recurring wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, or exhaust mounts that were recently replaced. Given the 77,000-mile mark, checking for corrosion on the chassis and the condition of the brake calipers is necessary to ensure the previous repairs have not masked deeper underlying structural issues.