2013 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · FN13 LZT

The Vauxhall Astra presents as roadworthy following its most recent MOT pass on 16 January 2026 at 93,422 miles, with the official record showing no defects. The maintenance trend is stable across the available history. The vehicle cleared every test from 3 May 2022 through to the January 2026 pass without a single advisory or failure fault noted, which indicates consistent mechanical condition over the period reviewed. Recorded mileage rose from 81,090 in May 2022 to 85,607 by May 2023, then 89,674 in May 2024, reaching 93,422 at the January 2026 test. That equates to roughly 7,186 miles per year against a 13-year-old car, a typical usage rate for this age bracket. The DVSA data shows no sparse gaps beyond the standard annual cycle and no rapid accumulation; the clean sheet across all entries means wear-related flags such as tyre tread, suspension bushes, or brake disc corrosion were never raised by testers. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of structural integrity and underbody corrosion given the vehicle's 2013 build date, as MOT pass with no defects does not confirm absence of developing rust on sills or subframes. The brake calipers, coil springs, and exhaust emissions system should be visually checked for age-related fatigue not yet at test-threshold condition. The identical-day fail and pass on 16 January 2026 with no defects recorded suggests an administrative rejection rather than a mechanical fault, but the V5 and test certificate should be verified to confirm no suppressed advisory. Previous keepers appear to have maintained the Astra to a basic roadworthy standard with no skipped annual tests. Low annual mileage implies lighter drivetrain stress, though prolonged standing between short trips can accelerate brake binding and flat-spotting on tyres. Given the unremarkable record, pre-purchase checks should focus on consumable age rather than chronic mechanical defect.