2016 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Diesel · DX16 CUH

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the history reveals a concerning pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed the latest test in November 2025 at 89,645 miles, this followed a failure just eight days prior where multiple safety-critical defects were. The trend appears unstable, as the car has repeatedly failed on basic consumables such as tyres, lighting, and braking in recent tests, suggesting the owner only addresses faults when forced by a tester to keep the vehicle on the road. The Astra has covered 89,645 miles over ten years, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per annum. This is consistent with typical usage for a 2016 model. A significant mileage gap exists between the November 2023 test at 77,839 miles and the October 2024 test at 82,681 miles, representing roughly 5,000 miles in a year. However, the rapid accumulation of 7,000 miles between October 2024 and November 2025 indicates a recent increase in usage, which correlates with the accelerated degradation of the tyres and brake components. A buyer must inspect the steering system and braking assembly thoroughly. The tester flagged a deformed steering column shaft with movement in November 2025, and although deemed serviceable, this is a mechanical concern that warrants close monitoring for play or noise. The braking system shows signs of neglect with imbalanced rear brakes, thin pads, and pitted discs recorded in late 2024. You should verify that these components were properly rectified and check for binding calipers which likely caused the previous imbalance. The tyre condition is also a major red flag. The November 2025 failure recorded two tyres below the legal limit and a dangerous structural bulge on the offside rear tyre, which indicates a high risk of blowout and general disregard for basic safety. The persistent presence of a child seat preventing a full inspection of the adult belt across three consecutive tests suggests a lack of attention to vehicle preparation. A physical inspection of the current tyre tread depth and the integrity of the seat mounts is essential before purchase.