2009 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · EJ59 AYC

The vehicle currently presents a clean roadworthiness status with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT test on 22 December 2025 at 48,319 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that previous issues have been addressed. While the car suffered a failure in December 2024 due to a non-functional horn, the immediate rectification and subsequent pass on the following day suggest the owner is responsive to essential safety failures. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,842 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-usage patterns, with only 1,139 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests and 1,311 miles between the November and 2024 tests. This low annual mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine but often increases the risk of rubber-based components suffering from age-related degradation during periods of inactivity. A physical inspection should focus specifically on the condition of the tyres and rubber components. The records from 2022 and 2023 highlight perishing, cracking, and uneven wear on multiple tyres. Given the vehicle's age and low usage, the rubber is likely to dry-rot regardless of the remaining tread depth. The buyer should also inspect the suspension bushes and brake hoses for cracking, as these materials become brittle on low-mileage cars that sit for long periods.