2002 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · EK02 AFJ

The 2002 Vauxhall Astra is presently roadworthy, having passed the most recent MOT on 8 August 2025 at 107,648 miles with no defects recorded. The series of tests from August 2023 through August 2025 shows a stable maintenance pattern, with each failure followed by a pass after remedial work, indicating no persistent mechanical deficiencies. The recorded mileage averages about 4,500 miles per year, well below the typical wear rate for a 24‑year‑old vehicle, suggesting light use or extended periods of inactivity. Mileage increments are consistent: 3,496 miles between the July 2024 and August 2025 tests, and a negligible 25‑mile increase in the final three days, reflecting regular, modest usage rather than abrupt high‑speed accumulation. A buyer should therefore concentrate on the components that historically generate advisory notes in similar models: suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, rear brake calipers for binding, brake discs for scoring or corrosion, and the chassis for structural rust, especially around the wheel arches and sills. The exhaust system should be examined for leaks or excessive corrosion, and tyre tread depth and even wear should be verified, as the low annual mileage does not guarantee absence of uneven wear. Given the clean defect record, the vehicle’s condition hinges on the presence of hidden corrosion or deferred maintenance, so a thorough physical inspection covering the items listed above is essential before purchase.