2017 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Diesel · EX17 EPL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT test on 5 September 2025 at 117,395 miles. While the record shows an initial failure on that same date, the subsequent pass with no recorded defects indicates that any identified issues were rectified immediately. Since the 2022 test, the Astra has maintained a clean record without recurring advisories, suggesting a consistent level of mechanical upkeep under the current ownership cycle. The mileage profile reveals a significant acceleration in usage over the last two years. Between September 2022 (39,440 miles) and August 2023 (49,846 miles), the car covered approximately 10,400 miles. However, the usage surged to nearly 67,500 miles in the period between August 2023 and September 2025. This current rate of over 33,000 miles per year is above the national average for a vehicle of this age, placing accelerated stress on drivetrain components, turbo, and suspension bushings. Given the high mileage accumulation, a physical inspection must focus on the condition of the suspension system and brake hardware. High-frequency driving often leads to premature wear of control arm bushes and shock absorber mounts. The buyer should also check for signs of thinning on brake discs and weeping from calipers, as the increased mileage suggests heavy use of the braking system. While the MOT history shows no structural corrosion to date, an underbody check for road-salt rust is necessary to ensure the high-mile usage has not compromised the integrity of the chassis.