2013 Vauxhall Antara 2.2L Diesel · DX13 KPA

The vehicle's recent MOT history indicates a worsening maintenance trend characterized by increasing frequency of consumable and suspension-related defects. While the most recent test on 27 June 2026 at 128,366 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle failed earlier that same day due to headlamp aim, a registration plate lamp failure, tyre wear, and a worn front suspension arm bush. This follows a pattern of deteriorating condition seen in the June 2025 test at 116,509 miles, where the tester flagged multiple tyres worn close to the legal limit, a noisy nearside front wheel bearing, and slight play in the offside front wheel bearing. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 9,874 miles per year. The record shows steady usage from 27,128 miles in February 2016 to the current 128,366 miles. There are no significant periods of inactivity or unexplained gaps in the mileage data, suggesting regular road use. However, the increasing number of advisories and failures as the mileage climbs above 100,000 suggests that components are reaching the end of their service life simultaneously. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension system and wheel bearings. The record shows a recurring issue with suspension arm pins or bushes, appearing in March 2020 and again in June 2026. The presence of wheel bearing noise and play in 2025 necessitates a check for any further hub or bearing degradation. Furthermore, the repeated mentions of tyres being worn close to the legal limit, dating back to 2016, suggest a historical pattern of deferred maintenance regarding basic consumables. The brake history also warrants attention. Although the 2020 test flagged pitted and scored front and rear brake discs alongside an oil leak, the subsequent clean tests in 2021 through 2024 suggest these issues were addressed. Nevertheless, given the age of the vehicle and the recent failures regarding lighting and tyre tread, a buyer must verify that all electrical components, including headlamp alignment and registration plate illumination, are fully functional and that the recent suspension wear has not led to deeper structural issues.