2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · GL07 DBO

The February 2026 MOT recorded a FAIL at 62,070 miles, meaning the Vauxhall Astra is presently not roadworthy. The record shows a pattern of recurring tyre damage and suspension corrosion that has worsened rather than stabilised, as the same off‑side front coil spring defect appeared in the 2026 test and re‑appeared in earlier records, while the tyre cut that caused the fail was not present in the preceding pass at 57,033 miles in February 2025. At 19 years old the vehicle has accumulated 62,070 miles, averaging 3,267 miles per year, which is low for its age. However the mileage trajectory is not uniform: from 2020 (33,105 miles) to 2021 (38,771 miles) the annual increase was 5,666 miles, and from 2023 (47,761 miles) to 2025 (57,033 miles) the rise reached 9,272 miles over two years, indicating a recent intensification of use that may have accelerated wear on consumables and mechanical components. A buyer should therefore inspect the off‑side front coil spring and its mounting bushes for corrosion and movement, verify that the rear brakes are not binding and that the brake discs show even wear, and examine the tyre sidewalls for cuts that reach the ply, especially on the off‑side front and rear positions. The history of repeated tyre cuts and the presence of a minor exhaust leak since 2020 suggest a need to check the exhaust system, suspension bushes, and structural integrity of the chassis near the spring mounts for rust or fatigue. Although the annual mileage is modest, the recurring defects indicate inconsistent maintenance and potential neglect of critical safety items, so a thorough in‑person assessment of the suspension, braking, and structural components is essential before any purchase decision.