2009 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · FY09 TBU

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT in February 2026 with 119,677 miles and no recorded defects. The history shows an improving trend in mechanical compliance, moving from failures in 2024 and 2025 to a clean sheet in the latest inspection. The immediate re-tests following the previous two failures indicate that the owner or seller was responsive in addressing necessary repairs once faults were identified. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. Between January 2024 and February 2025, the car covered 5,323 miles, while it covered only 1,463 miles in the period leading up to the February 2026 test. This steady, low accumulation suggests regular use rather than long periods of which typically reduces strain on drivetrain components but increases the risk of rubber components perishing due to age rather than mileage. Despite the recent clean pass, a buyer must perform a physical inspection of the areas that likely caused the previous failures, as the record does not specify the exact reasons for the 2024 and 2025 rejects. Given the age of this Astra, close attention is required regarding structural corrosion on the rear sills, subframe, and exhaust mounting points which are common failure areas for this model. Inspect the suspension bushes and brake calipers for binding, as these are frequent points of wear that often manifest as advisories before becoming a test failure.