2002 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · EU02 AEL

The vehicle presents a questionable roadworthiness status, with the maintenance history showing a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent recorded test in September 2021 at 76,190 miles resulted in a pass following a failure for minor lighting issues, a stop lamp, and insufficient washer fluid. While the vehicle passed its last inspection, the presence of recurring failures for basic consumable items like wiper blades and bulbs suggests that the previous owner only addressed faults when forced to by the MOT tester, rather than performing routine mechanical checks. At 24 years old, the recorded mileage of 76,190 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,175 miles per year. The data shows a significant gap in records between October 2019 at 63,930 miles and September 2020 at 71,070 miles, where over 7,000 miles were covered in a year. This low-usage profile often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components, such as suspension bushes, and the seizing of brake calipers, which are not always captured by a low mileage figure alone. A buyer must prioritise the structural integrity of the Astra during a physical inspection, as low-mileage vehicles of this era suffer from hidden corrosion in the sills, floor pans, and wheel arches. The history notes a deteriorated rear registration plate and clouded headlamps, indicating the car likely sat exposed to the elements for periods. Given the five-year gap since the last recorded MOT, the vehicle is currently overdue for a test, and a thorough check of perished coolant hoses, degraded tyres, and brake disc corrosion is essential before any purchase is considered.