2018 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · EF18 VRY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test in July 2025 at 74,435 miles shows a pass just one day after a failure involving thin front brake pads, a faulty pressure monitoring system, and multiple tyres. While the car passed its latest inspection, the recurring failures regarding consumables like tyres and sensors suggest that the owner only addresses faults when they threaten an MOT rather than during scheduled service intervals. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,300 miles per year. There is a significant jump of 18,000 miles recorded between June 2023 and July 2024, followed by another 17,000 miles between June 2024 and July 2025. This steady usage suggests regular motorway use, which explains the accelerated wear on components such as the braking system and tyres, as evidenced by the thinning pads and edge-worn tyres noted in the 2025 records. A buyer must pay close attention to the electrical system and exhaust management. The June 2024 failure flagged multiple engine management issues, including an inoperative check engine light, a stability control fault, and a poor lambda reading. These symptoms often point to sensor failures or early catalytic converter degradation that can lead to expensive repairs if they persist. The failure of the tyre pressure monitoring system in 2025 also requires verification to ensure the sensors are not merely corroded or bypassed. Physical inspection should focus on the state of the brakes and suspension. The record shows thin pads on both the rear in 2023 and the front in 2025, indicating the braking system is nearing a service cycle. Given the history of edge-worn tyres, a professional alignment check is necessary to rule out faulty suspension geometry or worn bushes. Inspect the offside front headlamp assembly specifically, as the 2024 failure indicated both a bulb failure and an aim adjustment issue.