2017 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · FD17 WKL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in June 2026 at 66,089 miles passed, but the tester identified perishing and cracking on both rear tyres. This follows a significant failure in 2024 where the car was rejected for bald tyres and worn brake components, suggesting that the owner only addresses faults once they reach the point of legal failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with roughly 9,000 miles driven between June 2023 and 2024, and another 7,200 miles between June 2024 and 2025. This regular interval suggests the vehicle has not sat for long periods, which is generally beneficial for mechanical seals and rubber components, despite the recent cracking of the tyres noted in the 2026 inspection. A buyer should scrutinize the braking system, as the history shows a recurring trend of wear on pads and discs across both the front in 2023 and the nearside rear in 2024. The 2024 failure specifically highlighted nearside rear pads at under 1.5mm, indicating the vehicle was operated with the absolute limit of safety. Given the 2026 advisory regarding perished tyres, the rubber components throughout the chassis likely show signs of age rather than mileage, making a thorough inspection of the suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls necessary to ensure no further degradation has occurred.