2017 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Diesel · FX17 AFU

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test on 2025-07-15 at 175,251 miles recorded a pass, but a duplicate entry for the same date and mileage shows a failure with no defects noted. This inconsistency suggests potential administrative error or unrecorded issues. The absence of defects in prior tests (2024-02-15, 2023-02-03) indicates a stable maintenance history up to 2024, but the lack of recent data beyond 2025-07-15 raises concerns. The car is now over a year past its last MOT, rendering it legally non-roadworthy unless a valid certificate exists. The vehicle’s mileage of 175,251 miles over nine years equates to 19,472 miles annually, exceeding typical usage for its age. This high rate of wear increases risk for components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs. The 2023-02-03 test at 152,416 miles showed a failure with no defects, followed by a pass at the same mileage, suggesting possible incomplete reporting or minor issues resolved without documentation. Gaps between tests (e.g., 14 months between 2023 and 2024) may indicate inconsistent maintenance. A physical inspection should prioritise suspension components for wear, brake systems for binding calipers or uneven disc wear, and exhaust emissions for corrosion. The absence of recorded structural rust or major defects is positive, but high mileage necessitates checking for hidden issues. Buyers should verify the current MOT status and consider a pre-purchase inspection to confirm the vehicle’s mechanical integrity, particularly given the expired certificate and ambiguous failure record.