2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · KB07 AOG

Powered by a 1364cc petrol engine, this Astra offers moderate fuel economy typical of mid-2000s hatchbacks. It will fall into a standard insurance group for its class, though costs will vary based on the driver's profile. Annual road tax will be based on the vehicle's CO2 emissions from 2007.

Maintenance costs are likely to be higher than average in the short term. The recurring advisories for the steering rack, shock absorbers, and brakes suggest a backlog of required repairs. When factoring in fuel, tax, insurance, and the anticipated repairs to address the MOT advisories, the annual cost is estimated to be higher than a vehicle with a clean record.

Pay close attention to the steering and suspension. Specifically, check for play in the steering rack inner joints and look for oil misting on the rear shock absorbers, as both have been flagged in the 2024, 2025, and 2026 tests. Inspect the engine bay for signs of the oil leak that has been present in every MOT record since May 2022.

Additionally, examine the brake discs for wear and pitting, and check the nearside rear tyre for the cracking or perishing noted in the most recent test. Finally, inspect the headlamp lenses for the defects mentioned in the history, which aligns with the wider model data showing headlamps as a top failure reason for this vehicle type.