2015 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Diesel · FN65 RHJ

The 2015 Vauxhall Astra presents a stable and increasingly clean MOT record, with the most recent test on 5 August 2025 at 172,817 miles passing without a single defect recorded. The maintenance trend is firmly improving when viewed across the full history. A failure on 1 August 2023 at 167,581 miles stands out, yet the car passed a retest just three days later on 4 August 2023 at 167,584 miles with no defects noted, suggesting the original failure was either a minor rectification or an administrative anomaly rather than a deep-rooted mechanical fault. Every subsequent annual test has been a clean pass, indicating the vehicle has been kept in sound working order by its recent keeper. The mileage accumulation tells a shifting story. Between the September 2022 test at 156,510 miles and the August 2023 test at 167,581 miles, the car covered roughly 11,000 miles in under eleven months, a brisk pace consistent with regular long-distance use. After that point the annual mileage dropped sharply: only 2,651 miles were added between August 2023 and July 2024, and a similar 2,582 miles between July 2024 and August 2025. The overall average of approximately 15,711 miles per year remains high for an eleven-year-old Astra, but the recent slowdown suggests lighter, possibly more local use or even periods of standing, which can introduce its own concerns such as perished rubber components and surface corrosion on brake discs. A buyer should treat the clean MOT record as a positive baseline rather than a guarantee, given that the last test is now nearly a year old and the car has likely covered further miles since. A physical inspection should focus on the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers, as high-mileage Astras of this generation commonly develop wear in these areas that may not always trigger an MOT failure until advanced. Brake discs and pads deserve close scrutiny for uneven wear or lipping, particularly if the car has spent time stationary. The exhaust system, including mountings and the catalytic converter, should be checked for corrosion and secure mounting. Structurally, examine the sills, subframes, and suspension mounting points for any signs of rust or cracking, as salt exposure over 172,000 miles can compromise hidden areas even when the outer body appears sound. Tyre condition and date codes are worth verifying too, since a car covering low recent mileage may still be running on aged rubber with reduced grip.