2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · FN07 NFM

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the record indicates a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes. The most recent test on 12 April 2022 at 169,208 miles passed with no recorded defects, following a failure just one day prior at nearly identical mileage. This suggests that minor, non-structural issues such as blown bulbs or minor sensor adjustments were likely rectified immediately to bring the car up to test standards rather than being indicative of deep-seated mechanical neglect. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical usage for this age, averaging approximately 8,900 miles per year. Between April 2020 and April 2022, the Astra covered 7,244 miles, showing a steady rate of use. However, there is a significant gap in the data as the last recorded MOT occurred over four years ago. As of June 2026, the vehicle is now long overdue for its annual roadworthiness test. This lapse poses a high risk regarding the current state of rubber components, brake corrosion, and structural integrity, as these have not been professionally verified for an extended period. A buyer must focus on the structural integrity of the chassis and the condition of the suspension system. Given the vehicle's age and high mileage, inspection for corrosion on the sills and rear subframe is critical as these are common failure points for this Astra generation. The buyer should also check for perished suspension control arm bushes and signs of binding calipers or worn brake discs. Because the MOT history ended four years ago, a thorough physical inspection of the fluid leaks and exhaust emissions system is mandatory to ensure no significant defects have developed since the last official check.