2005 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · KC05 YVP

The most recent MOT on 2026-05-05 recorded minor brake disc wear and suspension steering play, with no serious defects. The vehicle passed, but the nearside rear brake disc showed wear within acceptable limits (1.1.14 (a) (i)), and the offside front suspension joint had slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i)). These issues were similar to those noted in the 2025 MOT, indicating ongoing but manageable wear. The 2025 MOT revealed thinning rear brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) and pitted rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii)), alongside slight steering joint play. These defects suggest gradual wear in braking and steering components, which may require monitoring. However, no severe faults were recorded in the 2024 MOT prior to the 2024-05-20 failure, which included a fractured coil spring, fluid leaks, and emissions issues. The 2024-05-20 failure highlighted significant problems: a broken offside rear coil spring (5.3.1 (b) (i)), a serious shock absorber leak (5.3.2 (b)), and excessive exhaust emissions. These defects indicate potential neglect or heavy use, though subsequent MOTs have shown improvement. The 2023 MOT was clean, suggesting the vehicle may have been well-maintained before 2024. The low mileage of 66,092 miles (3,147 per year) for a 21-year-old vehicle implies either light use or prolonged periods of inactivity.