2010 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · HT60 LAO

The 2026‑01‑12 MOT at 119,800 miles passed with only a minor advisory – light misting of oil on the near‑side front shock absorber – confirming current roadworthiness and indicating a stable maintenance trend. Since the 2022‑12‑30 test, which recorded 99,067 miles with no defects, the vehicle has shown consistent results, with only tyre wear and a minor exhaust leak noted in the 2025‑01‑16 test and the recent shock advisory, suggesting no worsening of underlying mechanical condition. The mileage profile over 16 years averages 7,488 miles annually, a rate typical for a vehicle of this age. Mileage increments show regular use: an increase of 39,822 miles between 2018‑01‑18 (59,245 miles) and 2022‑12‑30 (99,067 miles) equates to about 8,849 miles per year, followed by 9,952 miles in the 15 months to 2025‑01‑16 and 11,781 miles in the subsequent 15 months to the 2026 test, indicating continuous operation without prolonged standing periods. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the front suspension bushes and shock absorbers for oil leakage, examine tyre wear patterns for edge wear that may signal alignment or bush wear, verify the integrity of the front brake disc and pad thickness, and check for any new exhaust leaks or structural rust on the rear coil springs, as these items have recurred across earlier tests and represent the most significant mechanical risks.