2010 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · FH10 EZX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 24 September 2025 at 89,887 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record shows a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes. In both 2024 and 2025, the Astra failed the test on the day of presentation but passed the very next day. This suggests the previous owner addressed specific defects only when they were officially flagged by the tester, rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,618 miles per year. Between September 2023 at 80,156 miles and September 2024 at 83,998 miles, the car covered only 3,842 miles. The subsequent year saw a slight increase in usage with 5,889 miles. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it increases the risk of age-related issues such as degradation of rubber components and the seizing of brake components due to long periods of limited use. A buyer should inspect the vehicle specifically for signs of structural corrosion, as older Vauxhall Astras are prone to rust in the sills and rear wheel arches. Although the record shows no recent advisories, the low-use nature warrants a physical check of perished suspension bushes and split tyres that may have hardened over time. Given the recurring last-minute failures, verify the condition of the brake system and light assemblies to ensure that the issues which caused the previous failures have been properly rectified rather than merely masked.