2016 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Diesel · FD16 SEO

The overall roadworthiness of this Vauxhall Astra is currently sound, supported by a clean pass on the second of March 2026 at 96,264 miles. The maintenance trend remains stable with no recurring mechanical defects or structural advisories logged across the recent test cycle. The initial failure recorded on the same day as the March 2026 pass points to a minor administrative rejection or a rectified test point rather than deep mechanical neglect, a pattern repeated during its May 2024 test where an initial failure preceded a same-day pass. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 9,600 miles per year over its ten-year lifespan, matching typical British driving habits. Testing frequency shows consistent annual intervals with no suspicious gaps or periods of prolonged storage that might cause seized brake calipers or degraded rubber components. The vehicle moved from 79,481 miles in May 2024 up to the current mileage of 96,264 miles by March 2026, indicating steady, regular use by previous keepers. Prospective buyers should still conduct a thorough physical inspection despite the unblemished advisory record. The complete absence of tester notes means the underside, suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs have not recently been scrutinized for wear, making a ramp inspection essential to check for corrosion on the structural subframes and leaks from the drivetrain. Consumables such as tyres and brake pads require manual depth and thickness checks to verify their service life since the digital history lacks detailed component measurements.