2016 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Diesel · FD16 RJZ

The 2016 Vauxhall Astra presents a stable roadworthiness profile, with the most recent MOT on 2025-08-26 at 79,650 miles confirming a pass and no defects. The vehicle’s maintenance history shows no recurring critical issues, though a failure on 2024-08-10 at 75,752 miles—also with no defects recorded—suggests minor procedural or documentation discrepancies. Subsequent tests in 2024 and 2023 indicate consistent compliance, with no escalating concerns in braking, suspension, or structural integrity. The absence of advisories or failures in the last two tests implies the car has been maintained to a standard meeting legal requirements. The vehicle’s mileage of 79,650 miles over 10 years equates to an average of 7,965 miles annually, aligning with typical usage for its age. The MOT records show a gap of just seven days between the 2024-08-10 failure and the subsequent 2024-08-17 pass, raising questions about the cause of the failure, which was not detailed in the report. No significant mileage spikes or drops are evident, and the lack of defects in the 2023 tests suggests no systemic wear issues. However, the sparse data limits insight into long-term component degradation, particularly in high-mileage areas like brakes or suspension. A buyer should prioritise inspecting the braking system, as the 2024 failure—though not flagged as a defect—may hint at transient issues requiring closer examination. Suspension components, including bushes and coil springs, should be checked for wear, given the vehicle’s age. Structural corrosion is not mentioned in the records, but visual inspection of underbody panels and chassis seams is advisable. The absence of tyre-related defects or advisories indicates the previous owner maintained basic upkeep, though tread depth and condition should still be verified manually. Overall, the car appears roadworthy but warrants a physical check for hidden faults not captured in the MOT history.