2012 Vauxhall Astravan 1.7L Diesel · FN12 SGY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent pass rate over the last three years. The most recent test on 18 March 2024 at 136,815 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a similar pattern from the previous two years, indicating a vehicle that has been maintained to a standard that satisfies basic DVSA safety and emissions requirements. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the age of the van. It covered 5,377 miles between March 2022 and March 2023, and a further 5,853 miles by March 2024. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which often leads to seized calipers or perished rubber seals. The recorded mileage of 136,815 is typical for a 14 year old commercial vehicle. The MOT history is unusually clean for a vehicle of this age and mileage. There are no recorded failures for common Astravan issues such as suspension bush wear, coil spring fractures, or structural corrosion. The failure on 30 March 2022 was resolved on the same day, though the record lists no specific defects for that failure, which is atypical. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that the MOT test does not always exhaustively cover. Given the mileage, check for clutch slip and the condition of the timing belt and water pump, as these are critical service items not flagged in a standard MOT. Inspect the underside for surface corrosion and check the depth of the tyre treads and the condition of the brake discs, as the lack of advisories in the record may simply reflect the timing of the tests rather than a comprehensive maintenance schedule.