2016 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Diesel · EY16 ORN

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by five consecutive annual clean MOT passes. The most recent test conducted in February 2026 at 133,628 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This consistency across the testing history, dating back to 2022, suggests that the vehicle has maintained a baseline operational standard without recurring mechanical failures or structural degradation during official inspections. The Astra shows a high-usage pattern, averaging approximately 13,300 miles per year over its ten-year life. The data indicates consistent annual intervals, for example, 5,600 miles covered between February 2024 and February 2025, and another 5,772 miles between February 2025 and February 2026. This regular accumulation suggests the car has been used for consistent commuting or long distances rather than sitting stationary, which often helps prevent fluid-related issues but places significant cumulative stress on the drivetrain, suspension, and braking components. Despite the clean MOT record, a physical inspection must focus on components susceptible to high-mileage wear. A buyer should scrutinise the condition of the suspension bushes, control arms, and coil springs, as the 133,000 mile mark often coincides with rubber fatigue. The braking system should also be checked for binding calipers or thin discs, as the MOT only tests for immediate failure rather than thickness. Given the high mileage, verifying the chassis for corrosion along the rear sills is essential to ensure the structural integrity remains sound beyond the clean test results.