2004 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · DY04 WNL

The overall roadworthiness status is compromised; the 2022‑04‑08 test failed while the subsequent 2022‑04‑19 test passed, revealing a concerning maintenance trend with recurring faults rather than improvement. The latest pass still records poor headlamp images, an oil leak, surface corrosion, damaged offside rear and front shock absorbers, an insecure ABS wire and corroded brake pipes, indicating that the underlying mechanical and structural issues persist. Mileage pattern shows the vehicle, a 2004 Vauxhall Astra, has accumulated 111,268 miles over roughly 22 years, averaging about 5,000 miles per year, which is low for its age but the record reveals a sharp increase from 2019 (85,439 miles) to 2020 (97,462 miles) – a rise of over 12,000 miles in a single year – followed by a more moderate rise to the current mileage, suggesting periods of heavy use in the recent past and possible long idle periods earlier. A buyer should inspect the suspension mounting areas, especially the rear sill legs and rear axle, for the extensive corrosion noted since 2014, and verify the structural integrity of the chassis. Close examination of the shock absorbers, ABS wiring, and brake pipes and flexi hoses is essential, as is checking the rear coil spring and anti‑roll bar linkages for wear, play or corrosion. The history of worn tyres, missing or damaged mirrors, and repeated oil leaks also warrants a thorough visual and functional assessment to confirm that the vehicle can be safely driven.